Creamy Coconut Milk Dessert

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Ingredients

For the Base Layers

  • 2 packs tea biscuits (or any plain biscuits)

For the Cream Mixture

  • 1 liter milk
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon butter

For Coconut Layer

  • 1 ½ cups shredded coconut

Optional

  • ½ cup condensed milk (for extra richness)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cream

In a saucepan:

  • Add milk, sugar, cornstarch, and flour

Whisk well before heating.

Cook over medium heat:

  • Stir constantly

Continue until mixture thickens into a creamy pudding.

Add:

  • Butter
  • Vanilla

Mix well.

Step 2: Prepare the Dish

Use a glass baking dish.

Optional:

  • Lightly grease or line with parchment

Step 3: Layer the Dessert

Start layering:

  1. Dip biscuits quickly in milk
  2. Place a layer in dish
  3. Spread cream mixture
  4. Sprinkle coconut

Repeat layers:

  • Biscuits → Cream → Coconut

Finish with cream on top.

Step 4: Add Final Coconut Layer

Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded coconut on top.

Step 5: Chill

Refrigerate for at least:

  • 4–6 hours (best overnight)

This helps:

  • Biscuits soften
  • Layers set perfectly

Step 6: Serve

Cut into squares.

Serve chilled.

Texture and Flavor

This dessert gives:

  • Soft, cake-like biscuit layers
  • Smooth creamy filling
  • Light coconut flavor
  • Melt-in-mouth texture

Tips for Best Results

1. Don’t Soak Biscuits Too Long

Quick dip only, or they become too soft.

2. Stir Cream Constantly

Prevents lumps.

3. Chill Well

Essential for perfect texture.

4. Use Good Coconut

Fresh or high-quality shredded coconut gives better taste.

Variations

1. Chocolate Version

Add cocoa powder to cream.

2. Fruit Version

Add banana or pineapple layers.

3. Coffee Version

Dip biscuits in coffee instead of milk.

4. Caramel Version

Add caramel drizzle between layers.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

  • Tea ☕
  • Coffee
  • Fresh fruit

Storage

  • Refrigerate up to 4 days

Freezing

  • Not recommended (affects texture)

Common Mistakes

  • ❌ Thin cream → runny dessert
  • ❌ Too much soaking → mushy
  • ❌ Not chilling enough → falls apart
  • ❌ Too much sugar → overly sweet

Why This Recipe Works

  • Biscuits absorb cream → cake-like texture
  • Cornstarch thickens filling
  • Coconut adds flavor and texture
  • Chilling sets layers

Final Thoughts

This creamy coconut biscuit dessert is one of the easiest no-bake treats you can make. It’s simple, budget-friendly, and incredibly delicious.

The combination of soft layers, creamy filling, and coconut topping makes it perfect for any occasion.

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