When a sweet craving hits and time is short, this dessert-in-minutes recipe is a total lifesaver. No baking, no fancy tools—just a few everyday ingredients that come together into a creamy, dreamy treat you’ll want to make again and again. It’s light, smooth, perfectly sweet, and ready before your coffee cools.
This is the kind of dessert that feels like a secret weapon: quick enough for busy days, impressive enough for guests, and flexible enough to customize with whatever you have on hand.
Why Everyone Loves It
- Ready in 5 minutes
- No oven, no stress
- Creamy, light, and satisfying
- Made with simple pantry staples
- Easy to customize with flavors or toppings
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream (cold)
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed biscuits or cookies (tea biscuits, graham crackers, or digestive)
Optional Toppings
- Chocolate shavings
- Fresh fruit (strawberries, bananas)
- Cocoa powder
- Caramel or chocolate drizzle
How to Make It (Seriously Fast)
1. Whip
In a bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until soft peaks form.
2. Sweeten
Gently fold in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
3. Assemble
Layer crushed biscuits and cream into glasses or bowls:
- Biscuits
- Cream
- Repeat once or twice
4. Finish & Serve
Top with chocolate, fruit, or cocoa powder—and serve immediately, or chill for 10–15 minutes for a firmer texture.
Easy Variations
- Chocolate version: Add 1 tbsp cocoa powder to the cream
- Coffee version: Add 1 tsp instant coffee dissolved in a little milk
- Fruit version: Add mashed bananas or berries
- Lemon version: Add lemon zest for freshness
Final Thought
This Dessert in Minutes is dangerously easy and unbelievably good. Once you try it, it’ll become your go-to recipe for last-minute guests, late-night cravings, or those days when you just want something sweet—fast.