No-Bake Creamy Cocoa Dessert (5-Minute Prep)
A smooth, creamy chilled dessert with a cocoa-dusted top. No oven needed.
Ingredients
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2 cups (500 ml) heavy whipping cream
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½ cup (100 g) sugar or sweetener of choice
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup (250 g) cream cheese or mascarpone, softened
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2 tablespoons cornstarch (or instant vanilla pudding powder)
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½ cup (120 ml) milk
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Unsweetened cocoa powder, for topping
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the Cream Base
In a mixing bowl, beat:
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Heavy cream
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Sugar
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Vanilla
Whip until thick and fluffy (soft peaks form).
2. Add the Cheese
Add the softened cream cheese (or mascarpone) to the whipped cream.
Beat again until completely smooth and creamy with no lumps.
3. Thicken the Mixture
In a small bowl, whisk:
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Milk
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Cornstarch
Pour this into the cream mixture and mix well until fully combined.
4. Chill
Pour the mixture into a serving dish or glass container.
Smooth the top with a spatula.
Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until firm.
5. Finish
Before serving, dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder.
How to Serve
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Serve cold
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Scoop or slice with a spoon
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Optional: add grated chocolate or coffee powder on top
Storage
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Keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
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Do not leave at room temperature for long
Optional Variations
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Add instant coffee to the cream for coffee flavor
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Layer with crushed biscuits for a tiramisu-style dessert
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Add lemon zest for citrus flavor
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Use chocolate pudding instead of vanilla
Tips
✔ Use cold cream for better whipping
✔ Sift cocoa powder for a smooth top
✔ Chill fully for clean slices
✔ Beat cream cheese well to avoid lumps