Cousin's emergency cake: No‑bake delight for surprise guests
A cake that saves the day when you're pressed for time and guests are knocking at the door. Simple ingredients, minimal effort, and no baking required. That's how Cousin's Emergency Cake was born—a dessert that surprises with its flavor and looks like it's from the finest bakery.
When unexpected guests are almost at the door and there's no time for complicated baking, Cousin's Emergency Cake recipe comes to the rescue. This dessert combines simplicity, quick preparation, and an elegant appearance. It requires no baking, and its preparation literally takes just a few minutes.
Just a few basic ingredients are needed to create a cake that tastes as good as it looks. Peaches, jelly, and creamy mascarpone are a combination that always works. Moreover, it's the ideal option for summer and any occasion when a hot oven is the last thing we want to deal with.
Recipe for Cousin's Emergency Cake
This no-bake cake is not only quick but also light and refreshing thanks to the combination of creamy mascarpone and peaches. It's the perfect option for an unexpected guest visit or when you need an impressive dessert in a few moments.
Ingredients:
- 9 oz butter biscuits
- 18 oz mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream (30%)
- 2 packets of peach jelly
- 2 cans of peaches in syrup
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Fresh raspberries or mint for garnish
Preparation:
- Dissolve the jelly in 3 1/3 cups of hot water and let it cool.
- Drain the peaches from syrup, cut them into cubes, and set aside a few for decoration.
- Whip the cream with powdered sugar until stiff, then gently mix with mascarpone cheese.
- Place a layer of biscuits at the bottom of a pan (about 9.5 inches). Spread half of the mascarpone cream, add the chopped peaches, and cover with another layer of biscuits.
- Spread the remaining cream and pour the slightly thickened jelly with peaches over it.
- Put the cake in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours until the jelly fully sets.
- Before serving, decorate with fresh raspberries and mint leaves.
Why choose a no-bake cake?
No-bake cakes are a real lifesaver in emergencies when time is tight and we want to prepare something impressive and tasty. They are not only simple and quick to make but also don't require complex culinary skills. They are an excellent solution for hot summer days when the oven is not an option, as well as a great alternative to classic desserts for holidays or family gatherings. Just a few layers of biscuits, delicate cream, and favorite fruits create a dessert that will impress anyone.
