Description
Make the classic British Chocolate Biscuit Cake — a rich, no-bake treat with tea biscuits and dark chocolate, perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
For the cake:
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8 ounces British tea biscuits (e.g., McVities Digestive Biscuits)
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6 ounces butter, at room temperature
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6 ounces white sugar (caster sugar)
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6 ounces dark chocolate, melted
For the chocolate topping:
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8 ounces dark chocolate, melted
Optional garnish:
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Mini chocolate chips, chocolate sprinkles, or chocolate curls
Instructions
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Prepare the biscuits: Break the tea biscuits into bite-sized pieces by hand or gently crush them with a rolling pin, leaving some larger chunks for texture.
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Melt chocolate: In a heatproof bowl over simmering water (double boiler), melt 6 ounces of dark chocolate until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
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Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter and caster sugar together until light and fluffy.
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Combine ingredients: Stir the melted chocolate into the butter and sugar mixture until fully combined.
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Add biscuits: Fold the broken biscuits gently into the chocolate mixture, ensuring all pieces are coated.
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Shape the cake: Line a loaf tin or round cake tin with parchment paper. Press the mixture firmly into the tin, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon.
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Add chocolate topping: Melt the remaining 8 ounces of dark chocolate and pour it evenly over the pressed biscuit mixture. Spread gently to cover.
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Add garnish: Sprinkle mini chocolate chips, sprinkles, or curls on top for decoration, if desired.
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Chill: Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until firm and set.
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Serve: Slice into thick slices and enjoy as a decadent treat with tea or coffee.
Notes
Don’t over-crush the biscuits; chunks add lovely texture.
Use good quality dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
Press firmly to ensure the cake holds together when sliced.
Keywords: British Chocolate Biscuit Cake