Creamy No-Bake Dessert Roll
This no-bake dessert is smooth, lightly sweet, and easy to prepare. It is chilled to set and sliced before serving.
Yield
6–8 servings
Time
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Preparation: 5 minutes
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Chilling: 2 hours or longer
Ingredients
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500 g mascarpone cheese or cream cheese, room temperature
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250 ml heavy whipping cream, chilled
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100 g powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Cocoa powder or cinnamon, for topping
Optional
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Ladyfingers or crushed biscuits, for added texture
Instructions
1. Whip the Cream
Place the cold whipping cream in a chilled bowl.
Beat until thick and able to hold its shape.
Keep chilled while preparing the rest of the mixture.
2. Prepare the Cream Base
In a separate bowl, mix the mascarpone or cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla.
Stir until smooth and free of lumps.
3. Combine the Mixtures
Add the whipped cream to the cheese mixture in portions.
Fold gently with a spatula until fully combined and light in texture.
4. Shape the Roll
Lay a large sheet of plastic wrap on a flat surface.
Spread the cream mixture evenly into a rectangle.
If using biscuits, place them in a line along the center.
Using the plastic wrap for support, roll the mixture carefully into a log shape.
Twist the ends of the wrap to hold the shape securely.
5. Chill
Place the wrapped roll in the freezer for 1–2 hours or in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours until firm enough to slice.
6. Serve
Remove the wrap and place the roll on a serving plate.
Dust the top evenly with cocoa powder or cinnamon.
Slice with a sharp knife and serve chilled.
Storage
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.