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Creamy no-bake coffee dessert in a glass topped with coffee beans

Creamy No-Bake Coffee Dessert

A rich and creamy no-bake coffee dessert perfect for coffee lovers, combining cream cheese, heavy whipping cream, and brewed coffee, layered for indulgent flavor.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Coffee
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cream cheese Make sure it's at room temperature for easier blending.
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream Whip until stiff peaks form, but avoid overwhipping.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Adjust to taste; can reduce for less sweetness.
  • 1 cup brewed coffee Make sure it is cooled before use.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
  • to taste cocoa powder or chocolate shavings For garnish.
For Layering
  • 1 package Maria cookies Or substitute with graham crackers or butter cookies.

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.
Layering
  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.
Chilling
  1. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Serve chilled, garnished with cocoa powder or chocolate shavings.

Notes

To maintain freshness, cover the dessert with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best flavor and texture, consume within the first couple of days.
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