No-Bake Passion Fruit Cream Dessert with Chocolate Topping
A silky, tangy-sweet tropical dessert layered with creamy passion fruit filling and finished with a glossy chocolate ganache. No oven required — perfect for warm days or elegant entertaining.
Ingredients (Serves 8–10)
Passion Fruit Cream Layer
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1 cup passion fruit pulp (fresh or frozen, with or without seeds)
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1 can (14 oz / 395 g) sweetened condensed milk
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1 cup heavy cream (cold)
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1 packet (7 g) unflavored gelatin
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3 tbsp water (for blooming gelatin)
Chocolate Topping
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150 g semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
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½ cup heavy cream
Optional Crust (Highly Recommended)
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200 g digestive biscuits or graham crackers
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100 g melted butter
Instructions
Prepare the Crust (Optional but Delicious)
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Crush biscuits into fine crumbs.
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Mix with melted butter until evenly combined.
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Press firmly into the base of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan.
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Chill for 20–30 minutes to set.
Make the Passion Fruit Cream
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Sprinkle gelatin over 3 tbsp water. Let bloom 5 minutes.
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Warm gently (microwave 10–15 seconds) until fully dissolved. Do not boil.
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In a bowl, whisk condensed milk and passion fruit pulp.
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Whip heavy cream to soft peaks.
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Fold whipped cream into passion fruit mixture.
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Stir in dissolved gelatin until fully incorporated.
Pour mixture over chilled crust (or directly into serving dish if crustless).
Refrigerate 4 hours or until firm.
Prepare Chocolate Topping
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Heat heavy cream until just steaming (not boiling).
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Pour over chopped chocolate.
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Let sit 1 minute, then stir until smooth and glossy.
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Cool slightly before pouring over chilled dessert.
Spread evenly and refrigerate another 30–60 minutes until set.
Garnish Ideas
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Fresh passion fruit pulp
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Chocolate shavings
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Mint leaves
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White chocolate drizzle
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Toasted coconut
Q & A – No-Bake Passion Fruit Cream Dessert
Q1: Can I skip gelatin?
Yes, but texture will be softer and more mousse-like. For a firmer slice, gelatin is recommended.
Q2: Can I use bottled passion fruit juice?
You can, but choose 100% pure juice. Avoid sweetened juice to prevent overly sweet results.
Q3: How long does it last in the fridge?
Up to 3 days, covered tightly.
Q4: Can I freeze it?
Yes! Freeze up to 1 month. Thaw in refrigerator before serving.
Q5: How do I make it more tangy?
Add 1–2 tbsp fresh lemon or lime juice.
Q6: Can I make individual portions?
Absolutely. Pour into small cups or ramekins for elegant single servings.
