Do you ever crave something sweet but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen?
What’s your favorite “lazy-day” dessert that still feels special?
This 3-ingredient dessert is a dream come true — creamy, light, and ready with almost no effort. Made from sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream (or milk), and crushed biscuits, it’s the perfect combination of comfort and convenience.
You don’t need an oven, mixer, or special equipment — just a few pantry staples and a little patience while it chills. It’s great for anyone watching their calories or following Weight Watchers, as it can be easily portioned and made with low-fat substitutions.
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream, or substitute with low-fat milk or half-and-half for a lighter version
- 1 package (8 oz / 225 g) graham crackers or Marie biscuits, or any plain sweet biscuits of your choice
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cream Mixture
In a chilled mixing bowl:
- Whip the heavy cream using a hand mixer or whisk until soft peaks form (about 2–3 minutes).
- Tip: For Weight Watchers, use light whipping cream or even fat-free evaporated milk for fewer points.
- Gently fold in the sweetened condensed milk using a spatula until smooth and creamy.
- Avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.
Step 2: Crush the Biscuits
Place the graham crackers or biscuits in a zip-lock bag and crush them with a rolling pin or pulse them in a food processor until they become coarse crumbs — not too fine, to keep some texture.
Step 3: Assemble the Layers
In a glass serving dish or individual dessert cups:
- Spoon a layer of the cream mixture at the bottom.
- Add a layer of crushed biscuits.
- Repeat the process until you’ve used all the ingredients, finishing with a biscuit layer on top.
Optional tip: Sprinkle a little cocoa powder, instant coffee, or shredded coconut between the layers for a flavor twist — all low in points!
Step 4: Chill and Set
Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible.
This step is crucial — it allows the biscuits to soften and the flavors to meld together, creating a silky, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Before serving, garnish with:
- a light dusting of crushed biscuits,
- a few pistachio crumbs,
- or a drizzle of sugar-free caramel sauce.
Serve chilled — it’s refreshing, satisfying, and perfect for portion control.
⏰ Quick Facts
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours (or overnight for best texture)
- Total Time: ~4 hours 10 minutes
- Servings: 8 small cups
- Calories (standard version): ~260 kcal per serving
- Calories (Weight Watchers light version): ~150–170 kcal per serving
What’s your go-to no-bake dessert when you need something sweet fast?
Would you add chocolate or fruit to this recipe?
Have you ever tried a 3-ingredient recipe that surprised you with how good it was?