No-Bake Biscuit Pudding Recipe

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No-Bake Biscuit Pudding Recipe

Homemade Harmony – December 10, 2025

A luscious, creamy dessert made with soft biscuits layered with velvety custard. This No-Bake Biscuit Pudding is indulgent yet effortless, perfect for gatherings, celebrations, or satisfying a sweet craving at any time of the year.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Effortless: No baking, no special equipment, and no complicated techniques.

  • Creamy and Comforting: Silky custard melds beautifully with soft biscuits.

  • Versatile: Can be customized with chocolate, nuts, fruits, or kept classic.

  • Make-Ahead Friendly: Prepare in advance for parties or family meals.

This dessert is reminiscent of trifle, tiramisu, and classic custard pudding — all in one simple, layered dish. Over time, the biscuits soak up the custard, creating a melt-in-your-mouth richness that is both nostalgic and indulgent.

Ingredients

For the Custard Layer:

  • 3 cups (700 ml) whole milk

  • 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) sweetened condensed milk

  • 4 tablespoons cornstarch

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1/4 cup butter (optional, for extra richness)

For the Biscuit Layers:

  • 2 packets digestive biscuits or graham crackers (or any plain tea biscuits you prefer)

For the Topping (Optional):

  • Crushed biscuits or graham crackers

  • Whipped cream

  • Chocolate shavings

  • Toasted nuts

  • Cocoa powder

  • Berries or sliced fruits

Step-by-Step Directions

Step 1: Make the Creamy Custard Base

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together milk, sweetened condensed milk, and cornstarch until smooth. Make sure there are no lumps — this ensures your custard is silky.

  2. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly with a whisk or heat-resistant spatula. Gradually, the custard will thicken over 6–8 minutes.

  3. Once it reaches a thick, pudding-like consistency and begins to bubble, remove from heat.

  4. Stir in vanilla extract and butter (if using) to enhance the richness and silkiness.

  5. Let the custard cool for 2–3 minutes before layering.

Step 2: Prepare Your Dish and Biscuits

  • Choose a rectangular or square dish (approximately 8×8 inches) or a glass serving dish to showcase the layers.

  • Lay the first layer of biscuits at the bottom. You can break biscuits to fill gaps, but there’s no need to dip them in milk — the warm custard will soften them naturally.

Step 3: Assemble the Layers

  1. Spread a generous layer of warm custard over the biscuits. Smooth it evenly with a spatula.

  2. Add another layer of biscuits on top of the custard.

  3. Repeat the process, alternating custard and biscuits until all custard is used, finishing with a custard layer on top.

  4. Smooth the top gently with a spatula.

Step 4: Add the Final Topping

  • Sprinkle crushed biscuits or graham crackers for texture.

  • Optional toppings include chocolate shavings, a dusting of cocoa powder, chopped pistachios, sliced toasted almonds, whipped cream, or fresh fruits.

  • You can even drizzle caramel or honey for extra indulgence.

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