Layered Dessert With Cream, Biscuits, and Fruits

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A beautifully simple no-bake dessert that’s perfect for any occasion! It combines layers of creamy goodness, soft biscuits, and juicy fruits for a refreshing, elegant treat. Each bite offers a balance of smooth cream, tender biscuits soaked in flavor, and bursts of fruity sweetness.

Ingredients:

For the Cream Layer:

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream (or chilled fresh cream)
  • 1 cup cream cheese or mascarpone (optional for richness)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Biscuit Layer:

  • 1 to 1½ packets of tea biscuits, digestive biscuits, or graham crackers
  • 1 cup milk (for dipping biscuits)
  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee or cocoa powder (optional, to flavor the milk)

For the Fruit Layer:

  • 2 cups assorted fruits, diced (bananas, strawberries, kiwi, peaches, mangoes, or berries)
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons honey or sugar (if fruits are tart)
  • Lemon juice (to prevent browning of fruits like apples or bananas)

Optional Garnishes:

  • Shaved chocolate or cocoa powder
  • Crushed nuts (almonds, pistachios, or hazelnuts)
  • Biscuit crumbs
  • Fruit slices for decoration

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Cream

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whip the cold cream using an electric mixer until it starts to thicken.
  2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to whip until soft peaks form.
  3. If using cream cheese or mascarpone, beat it separately until smooth, then gently fold it into the whipped cream.
  4. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to chill and firm slightly.

Step 2: Prepare the Fruits

  1. Wash, peel, and chop your chosen fruits into small cubes.
  2. Toss them with a drizzle of lemon juice and honey (optional). Set aside.

Step 3: Prepare the Biscuit Layer

  1. Mix milk and instant coffee (or cocoa powder) in a shallow dish.
  2. Quickly dip each biscuit into the milk for 1–2 seconds — just enough to soften slightly without making them soggy.

Step 4: Assemble the Layers

  1. In a glass dish or dessert cups, start with a layer of dipped biscuits at the bottom.
  2. Spread an even layer of whipped cream mixture over the biscuits.
  3. Add a layer of chopped fruits.
  4. Repeat the layers — biscuits, cream, and fruits — until all ingredients are used, finishing with a thick cream layer on top.
  5. Garnish with fruit slices, biscuit crumbs, or chocolate shavings.

Step 5: Chill and Serve

  1. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow the layers to set and flavors to blend.
  2. Serve chilled, and enjoy the refreshing mix of creaminess, crunch, and fruity delight!

Tips & Variations:

  • Tropical Twist: Use mango, pineapple, and coconut flakes for a summery touch.
  • Chocolate Lovers: Add melted chocolate or Nutella between layers.
  • Berry Bliss: Use mixed berries and drizzle each layer with berry syrup.
  • Healthier Option: Replace whipped cream with Greek yogurt sweetened with honey.

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