Creamy Milk Cake – A Dreamy, No-Bake Dessert That Melts in Your Mouth!

🍬 Creamy Milk Cake (No-Bake)

Serves 8–10 | Prep: 20 min | Chill: 4+ hrs | Total: ~5 hrs (mostly hands-off)

🛒 Ingredients

For the Custard Layer:

2 cups (480ml) whole milk

½ cup (100g) granulated sugar

3 tbsp cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)

2 tbsp butter (optional, for richness)

1 tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

For the Whipped Layer:

1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, cold

2 tbsp powdered sugar

½ tsp vanilla extract

For the Base:

1 store-bought pound cake, sponge cake, or angel food cake (or 16–20 ladyfingers / biscuit cookies)

Optional: 2 tbsp rum, Kahlúa, or coffee (to brush on cake for flavor)

For Garnish (Optional):

Fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries)

Shaved chocolate or cinnamon dusting

Toasted coconut or crushed nuts

🍓 Pro Tip: For extra decadence, add a thin layer of fruit jam between layers!

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Milk Custard

In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together:

Milk

Sugar

Cornstarch

Salt

Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon (~8–10 mins).

Remove from heat.

Stir in butter (if using) and vanilla extract.

Pour into a bowl, cover with plastic wrap (pressed directly on surface to prevent skin), and chill 1 hour.

2️⃣ Whip the Cream

In a chilled bowl, beat cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

Gently fold half into the cooled custard for extra silkiness.

3️⃣ Prep the Base

Slice cake horizontally into 2–3 layers, or cut into even slices to fit your dish.

If desired, lightly brush layers with rum, coffee, or milk for moisture and flavor.

4️⃣ Assemble the Cake

In a springform pan, glass dish, or trifle bowl:

Place first layer of cake or cookies at the bottom.

Spread half the custard mixture over the top.

Add second cake layer, then remaining custard.

Top with whipped cream, spreading evenly.

5️⃣ Chill Until Set

Refrigerate at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

The longer it chills, the cleaner the slices.

6️⃣ Serve & Garnish

Remove from pan (if using springform).