Desserts should never be complicated, and this Chocolate Cookie Layered Pudding Dessert proves just that. With a dreamy combination of chocolate and vanilla creams, layers of soft milk-soaked biscuits, and a sprinkle of chocolate for extra flair, this treat is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make, requires no fancy techniques, and delivers a rich, creamy texture that will have everyone asking for seconds.
A great feature of this recipe is that you don’t even need an oven. With a few simple steps, you’ll have a dessert that can be served at a family gathering, a potluck, or just a well-deserved indulgence.
Layered puddings have been around for generations, originating from classic European and American no-bake desserts. Similar to a tiramisu or a trifle, this dish relies on alternating layers of cream and softened biscuits to create a rich texture.
Did you know that layered desserts became popular in the early 20th century when refrigeration became more common? Home cooks wanted convenient, make-ahead sweets that didn’t require baking, and thus, chilled puddings and no-bake cakes soared in popularity. This version brings together the best of old-fashioned comfort with a modern twist of effortless preparation.
While classic tea biscuits work well, you can experiment with graham crackers, shortbread, or even Oreos for a different flavor profile.
For the best texture, it should chill for at least 4 hours, but overnight is even better. This allows the layers to firm up and the flavors to blend beautifully.
Corn starch is key to thickening the creams, but if you’re out of it, you can use an equal amount of flour or arrowroot powder as a substitute.
Yes! Kids love the creamy layers and the soft cookies, making it a great treat for birthday parties or weekend family desserts.
While refrigeration is ideal, you can freeze it for up to a month. Let it thaw in the fridge before serving for the best consistency.
This usually happens if it wasn’t cooked long enough. Keep stirring over medium heat until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
To store this dessert, cover it tightly with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. Keep it refrigerated for up to 2-3 days to maintain its freshness and texture. Before serving, you can garnish it with extra grated chocolate and strawberries if desired.
In a saucepan, mix condensed milk, cream, milk, corn starch, and egg yolks. Stir continuously over medium heat until the mixture thickens. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a saucepan, mix condensed milk, cream, milk, corn starch, and egg yolks. Stir continuously over medium heat until the mixture thickens. Set aside to cool slightly.
Repeat the same process with the chocolate cream ingredients, ensuring the cocoa powder is fully dissolved for a smooth consistency.
Repeat the same process with the chocolate cream ingredients, ensuring the cocoa powder is fully dissolved for a smooth consistency.
Add a few drops of vanilla essence to a bowl of milk. This will be used for soaking the biscuits.
Add a few drops of vanilla essence to a bowl of milk. This will be used for soaking the biscuits.
Pour half of the white cream into a mold. Dip the biscuits briefly in the vanilla-infused milk and layer them over the white cream.
Pour half of the white cream into a mold. Dip the biscuits briefly in the vanilla-infused milk and layer them over the white cream.
Spread half of the chocolate cream on top of the biscuit layer and add another layer of milk-soaked biscuits. Spread the remaining white cream, add another biscuit layer, then finish with the rest of the chocolate cream.
Spread half of the chocolate cream on top of the biscuit layer and add another layer of milk-soaked biscuits. Spread the remaining white cream, add another biscuit layer, then finish with the rest of the chocolate cream.
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or overnight to allow the layers to set properly. Sprinkle grated chocolate on top and add fresh strawberries for a beautiful finishing touch. Cut into squares or scoop with a spoon and enjoy this delicious layered pudding dessert.
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours, or overnight to allow the layers to set properly. Sprinkle grated chocolate on top and add fresh strawberries for a beautiful finishing touch. Cut into squares or scoop with a spoon and enjoy this delicious layered pudding dessert.