Easy No-Bake Toffee Cake Recipe ๐ฐ
Description: It only LOOKS and TASTES like you spent hours making this, but who needs to know? ๐ This delightful no-bake toffee cake is perfect for those moments when you crave something sweet but don’t want to spend ages in the kitchen. The “cook” time is actually chill time, so you can whip this up in no time and let it set while you relax.
Cook Time: 1 hour (chill time)
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 package | Instant coffee granules |
| 1 1/2 cups | Water |
| 3/4 cup | Cream cheese |
| 1 cup | Powdered sugar |
| 1/2 cup | Hershey’s syrup |
| 3 3/4 cups | Cool Whip |
| 16 oz | Pound cake, sliced |
| 1/2 cup | Crushed toffee |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Base:
- Slice the pound cake into 1/3″ slices and layer them in the bottom of a pie pan.
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Prepare the Coffee Mixture:
- Stir the instant coffee granules into 3/4 cup of warm water until fully dissolved. Allow the mixture to cool.
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Drizzle Coffee Over Cake:
- Drizzle the cooled coffee mixture over the pound cake slices, ensuring they are evenly soaked.
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Make the Cream Cheese Filling:
- In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1/2 cup of Hershey’s syrup. Beat the mixture until fluffy and well combined.
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Add Cool Whip:
- Fold in 2 1/2 cups of Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.
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Assemble the Cake:
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the coffee-soaked pound cake slices, spreading it out evenly.
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Final Touches:
- Spread the remaining Cool Whip around the outer edge of the pie, creating a decorative border.
- Sprinkle the crushed toffee over the top of the cake, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
- Optionally, drizzle any remaining Hershey’s syrup over the top for added sweetness.
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Chill and Serve:
- Place the assembled cake in the refrigerator and chill for 6-8 hours, allowing it to set.
- Alternatively, you can speed up the chilling process by placing the cake in the freezer for 1 hour.
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Serve and Enjoy!
- Once fully chilled, slice the toffee cake into portions and serve it up to delight your taste buds!
This easy no-bake toffee cake is perfect for dessert any night of the week, and with its simple preparation and delicious flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household. Enjoy the indulgence without the hassle! ๐
