Make a rich and creamy 3-ingredient dessert in minutes with simple pantry staples. No baking required, easy to prepare, and perfect for any occasion.
Easy Creamy 3-Ingredient Dessert
This simple dessert is smooth, creamy, and requires only three ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream (cold)
- 1 can (397 g / 14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1: Whip the Cream
Pour the cold heavy cream into a large mixing bowl. Whip until soft peaks form.
Step 2: Add Remaining Ingredients
Gently fold in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Step 3: Chill
Transfer the mixture to serving glasses or a dessert dish. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until thick and creamy.
Step 4: Serve
Serve chilled.
Optional Toppings
- Fresh berries
- Grated chocolate
- Crushed cookies
- Chopped nuts
- Caramel sauce
Tips
- Use very cold cream for the best texture.
- Do not overmix after adding the condensed milk.
- For a firmer dessert, chill overnight.
Variations
Chocolate Version
Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder.
Lemon Version
Replace vanilla with 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice.
Coffee Version
Mix in 1 teaspoon instant coffee dissolved in 1 tablespoon warm water.
Yield
Serves 6–8 people.
The result is a light, silky dessert with a mousse-like texture that requires minimal effort and no baking.