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| A delicious layered biscuit cake filled with rich vanilla custard and topped with crushed biscuits. |
No-Bake Vanilla Biscuit Cake (Easy Layered Custard Dessert Recipe)
If you're looking for a simple yet impressive dessert that requires no oven, this No-Bake Vanilla Biscuit Cake is the perfect recipe. Made with crispy tea biscuits layered between silky homemade vanilla custard, this classic dessert is loved by both kids and adults. It's creamy, light, and incredibly easy to prepare using basic pantry ingredients.
This layered biscuit cake is ideal for birthdays, family dinners, potlucks, or whenever you need a quick dessert without baking. After chilling, the biscuits soften beautifully and create a cake-like texture that's rich, smooth, and irresistible.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced home baker, this easy no-bake dessert will become one of your favorite recipes. It can even be prepared a day in advance, making it perfect for entertaining guests.
Ingredients
For the Custard
- 1 liter whole milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 3 egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Layers
- 3–4 packs rectangular tea biscuits (about 400–500 g)
Topping
- 1½ cups crushed biscuits
Instructions
- In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, egg yolks, and a little milk until smooth.
- Add the remaining milk and cook over medium heat while stirring continuously.
- Continue stirring until the custard becomes thick and creamy.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract.
- Place one layer of biscuits in a square or rectangular pan.
- Spread a layer of warm custard evenly over the biscuits.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
- Finish with a generous layer of crushed biscuits on top.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Recipe Tips
- Chill overnight for the best texture.
- Use full-fat milk for a richer custard.
- Add cinnamon or caramel sauce for extra flavor.
- Fresh berries make an excellent garnish.
Storage
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Do not freeze, as the custard texture may change.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 340
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 7g
- Fat: 14g
- Sugar: 24g
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this dessert ahead of time?
Yes! It's even better after chilling overnight.
Can I use different biscuits?
Absolutely. Graham crackers or digestive biscuits work well too.
Can I add chocolate?
Yes. Add melted chocolate to the custard or sprinkle chocolate shavings on top.






