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Delicious creamy no-bake coffee dessert served in a glass with coffee beans

Creamy No-Bake Coffee Dessert

This creamy no-bake coffee dessert combines the richness of cream cheese and heavy whipping cream with the boldness of brewed coffee for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cream cheese At room temperature for easy blending.
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream Whipped to stiff peaks.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 cup brewed coffee Cooled.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For added flavor.
  • to taste cocoa powder or chocolate shavings For garnish.
For Layering
  • as needed Maria cookies Dipped in coffee.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  3. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, mixing well.
  4. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
Building Layers
  1. Dip Maria cookies into the cooled coffee quickly and layer them in a serving dish.
  2. Spread a layer of the cream mixture over the cookies.
  3. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with the cream mixture on top.
Chill
  1. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Serve chilled, garnished with cocoa powder or chocolate shavings.

Notes

Cover the dessert with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container for storage. Best enjoyed within the first couple of days.
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