Description
This No-Bake Toffee Pudding Slice is a luscious British-inspired dessert featuring a crunchy biscuit base topped with a rich, creamy toffee layer and finished with a fluffy whipped cream topping. Perfect for easy preparation without an oven, this chilled slice offers the perfect balance of sweet, buttery, and creamy flavors ideal for any dessert craving.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 1/2 cups crushed digestive biscuits or graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Toffee Layer
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup toffee bits or chopped soft caramels
Topping
- 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
- Optional: crushed nuts or chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the base: In a bowl, thoroughly mix the crushed digestive biscuits or graham crackers with the melted unsalted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated and hold together when pressed.
- Form the crust: Press the biscuit mixture firmly and evenly into the base of a parchment-lined 8×8-inch baking dish to create a solid crust layer. Set aside.
- Make the toffee layer: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, and heavy cream. Stir constantly to prevent burning, cooking until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add flavoring: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract to infuse the toffee with its aromatic note. Allow the mixture to cool slightly so it thickens further without hardening.
- Assemble the slice: Pour the warm toffee mixture evenly over the prepared biscuit base. Immediately sprinkle the toffee bits or chopped soft caramels evenly on top, gently pressing them into the toffee layer for adhesion.
- Chill: Place the assembled slice in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours or until firmly set to allow the layers to meld and solidify.
- Add topping and serve: Before serving, spread a thick layer of whipped cream or whipped topping over the set toffee layer. Garnish with optional crushed nuts or chocolate shavings for added texture and flavor. Slice into 9 pieces and serve chilled for best taste.
Notes
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- For a salted toffee twist, add a pinch of sea salt to the caramel mixture during cooking.
