No-Bake Chocolate Coconut Cake
A rich, chocolatey dessert that requires no baking. This No-Bake Chocolate Coconut Cake features a fudgy crust and a creamy filling with a delightful coconut texture, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 2 cups chocolate sandwich cookies or chocolate graham style crumbs Crushed into fine crumbs
- 0.5 cups melted butter Can substitute with coconut oil
For the filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Leave at room temperature to soften
- 1 cup powdered sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference
- 0.5 cup cocoa powder For a deeper chocolate taste, use dark cocoa
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream For whipping or substitute with whipped topping
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Plus extra for topping
- 1 cup chocolate chips or a chopped chocolate bar, melted Let cool slightly before mixing
- 1 pinch salt Enhances the flavor of the dessert
Instructions
Make the crust
- Crush the chocolate cookies until they look like fine crumbs using a food processor or a rolling pin.
- Mix the crumbs with melted butter until the mixture resembles damp sand.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the pan lined with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Refrigerate the crust while preparing the filling.
Mix the chocolate coconut filling
- In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla, and a pinch of salt and mix until silky.
- Stir in the melted chocolate, making sure it’s cooled slightly.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks and gently fold it into the chocolate mixture.
- Fold in the shredded coconut and adjust sweetness or intensity as needed.
- Spread the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top. Sprinkle extra coconut on top.
Chill and slice
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
- Once ready to serve, lift the cake out using parchment and slice with a sharp knife.
Notes
Let the cake chill long enough for best texture. For variation, consider using mascarpone instead of cream cheese, but it will be softer.