NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE CUSTARD DESSERT

Here’s a delicious and easy No-Bake Chocolate Custard Dessert recipe that’s creamy, rich, and perfect for chocolate lovers. It layers chocolate custard with a cookie or graham cracker base — no oven required!

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🍫 No-Bake Chocolate Custard Dessert

🔸 Ingredients:

For the Base:

• 200g (about 2 cups) crushed graham crackers or digestive biscuits

• 100g (1/2 cup) melted butter

For the Chocolate Custard:

• 2 cups (500ml) whole milk

• 1/2 cup (100g) sugar

• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch (cornflour)

• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 100g (about 3.5 oz) dark chocolate, chopped

• Optional: pinch of salt

For the Topping (optional):

• Whipped cream

• Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish

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🔹 Instructions:

1. Make the Base:

   • In a bowl, mix crushed biscuits with melted butter until combined.

   • Press the mixture into the bottom of a square or round dish (8×8 inches or similar).

   • Place in the refrigerator to set while you make the custard.

2. Prepare the Chocolate Custard:

   • In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, flour, and a pinch of salt.

   • Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.

   • Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens (5–7 minutes).

   • Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and chopped chocolate until smooth and glossy.

3. Assemble the Dessert:

   • Pour the hot chocolate custard over the chilled biscuit base.

   • Smooth the top and let it cool at room temperature for about 15 minutes.

   • Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.

4. Top and Serve:

   • Spread whipped cream on top and garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder.

   • Slice and serve cold