COLD CREAM AND CHOCOLATE CAKE, an easy and quick dessert to make in a short time, ideal to serve as an after-dinner or lunch treat.
For tonight, I prepared this cold cream and chocolate cake because my son invited friends at the last minute, and I wanted a dessert that would impress without driving me crazy in the kitchen. I had a handful of dry cookies in the pantry and cream in the fridge: in 15 minutes, this delight without an oven was born, perfect for a night with friends or a stylish dessert offering.
The crunchy base of crushed cookies mixed with a bit of butter or oil becomes compact and crumbly. On top, a layer of sweet whipped cream enriched with a bit of cocoa powder or grated chocolate. The final touch? A glossy layer of melted dark chocolate, poured in a stream and left to set, creating a perfect contrast between soft and crunchy.
The result? A fresh, delicious, elegant yet simple spoon dessert that you can prepare in advance and keep in the fridge until the last moment. Excellent served in slices or cups, perhaps decorated with chocolate shavings or fresh fruit.
A true treat, very simple but impressive. The ideal recipe if you’re looking for a summer dessert or a last-minute dessert perfect for making a good impression without stress!
Follow me in the kitchen today, there is the cold cream and chocolate cake.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Rest time: 2 Hours
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 6 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Bain-marie
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Summer, All seasons
Ingredients
- 7 oz cookies
- 6 tbsp butter
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 7 oz chocolate
Steps
Finely crush the cookies and mix them with the melted butter. Pack the mixture on the bottom of a springform pan (diameter 9 inches), lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Melt the chocolate in a bain-marie or microwave and let it cool slightly. In the meantime, whip the cold cream with the powdered sugar.
Pour the cream over the base and smooth it well. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (better overnight).
Before serving, melt the chocolate and cover the cake, decorate with chocolate chips, and serve.
Bon appétit
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How long does it take to prepare the cold cream and chocolate cake?
About 15–20 minutes. Then it goes in the fridge for at least 2–3 hours to set.
Can I make it without whipped cream?
Yes, you can use thick yogurt or a ricotta and honey cream for a lighter version.
What cookies to use for the base?
Dry cookies like digestive, shortbread, or even pavesini work well. Crumble them in a mixer and mix with a bit of butter or oil.
Can it be made without melted chocolate on top?
Yes, the chocolate cake remains soft even without the topping: you can dust it with cocoa powder or decorate with fresh fruit.
Is it suitable for lactose intolerant people?
Yes, if you use lactose-free cream and substitute with lactose-free or vegan cookies. The high-quality dark chocolate coating can be lactose-free.
