No-Bake Vanilla Cake
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 250g butter cookies (shortbread style)
- 60g butter, melted
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
- 250ml milk
For the Vanilla Cream:
- 2 packets vanilla pudding powder
- 550ml milk
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 220ml heavy cream (whipped)
For the Topping:
- 220ml heavy cream
- 1 packet vanilla sugar (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- Cocoa powder or chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Preparation
- Prepare the Pudding: First, dissolve the sugar in 550ml of milk and prepare the vanilla pudding according to the package instructions. Set it aside to cool completely. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the cooled pudding. Mix until smooth.
- Make the Base: Finely crush the butter cookies. Mix them with the powdered sugar and melted butter. Gradually add the milk while stirring constantly until combined. Line a springform pan (28 cm diameter) with parchment paper and spread the cookie mixture evenly across the bottom to create the crust.
- Layer the Cream: Spread the prepared vanilla cream (from step 1) evenly over the cookie base.
- Whip the Topping: In a bowl, whip the remaining heavy cream with the vanilla sugar and powdered sugar until stiff. Spread this final layer over the vanilla cream.
- Garnish and Chill: Once all layers are evenly spread, sprinkle the top with cocoa powder or chocolate shavings. Place the cake in the refrigerator for at least 3–4 hours (preferably overnight).
