There is something so nostalgic about a chilled waffle cake sitting in the fridge, waiting to be sliced. Soft layers, creamy filling, and just enough chocolate to make every bite feel like a treat.
This no bake Wafeltaart is one of those effortless desserts that looks beautiful but comes together with almost no stress. No oven, no complicated steps, just layering and chilling. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or a simple weekend dessert. Let's get started.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Completely no bake and beginner-friendly
- Made with simple pantry ingredients
- Light, creamy, and perfectly sliceable
- Ideal make-ahead dessert
- Kid-approved and party-ready
- Easy to customize with flavors and toppings
Ingredients
For the layers
- 24 rectangular waffles (store-bought waffle cookies)
For the cream filling
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For the chocolate topping
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons butter
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
Rectangular waffle cookies are traditional for Wafeltaart. They soften beautifully in the fridge and create that classic layered look when sliced.
If you prefer a lighter version, you can replace part of the heavy cream with mascarpone or cream cheese for a slightly firmer filling.
For the topping, milk chocolate works if you like a sweeter finish. You can also drizzle white chocolate for contrast.
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. The cream should look smooth and fluffy, not grainy.
- Continue whipping just until medium peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip. It should hold its shape but still look silky.
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy lifting.
- Spread a thin layer of whipped cream on the bottom. Place a layer of waffle cookies over the cream.
- Spread another layer of whipped cream on top, smoothing it gently with a spatula. Repeat the layers until you finish with cream on top.
- Melt the chocolate chips and butter together in short intervals in the microwave, stirring until smooth and glossy.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the top layer and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until firm.
- Lift the cake out using the parchment overhang and slice with a sharp knife. You will see those beautiful softened layers inside.
Pro Tips for Success
- Use very cold cream for better whipping results.
- Chill the mixing bowl beforehand for extra stability.
- Let the cake rest overnight for the softest texture.
- Slice with a warm knife for clean edges.
I have made this version several times for family gatherings, and overnight chilling really makes the layers melt together perfectly.
Storage and Reheating
Store Wafeltaart in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 3 days.
Do not freeze, as the texture of the whipped cream can change after thawing.
Make Ahead & Freezing
This dessert is perfect to make one day in advance. In fact, it tastes even better the next day once the waffles soften into the cream.
Freezing is not recommended for the best texture.
Tips and Variations
- Add a thin layer of raspberry jam between layers for a fruity twist.
- Mix cocoa powder into the whipped cream for a chocolate version.
- Add crushed hazelnuts between layers for crunch.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the chocolate topping.
- Decorate with fresh berries before serving for a lighter look.
FAQs
At least 4 hours, but overnight gives the best texture.
This recipe works best with crisp waffle cookies. Fresh waffles may become too soft.
It was likely overwhipped. Stop as soon as medium peaks form.
📖 Recipe
Wafeltaart (no bake)
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Bakken
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: Amerikaans, Nederlands
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Geniet van deze smakelijke wafeltaart met romige mascarpone crème en een topping van kersenvlaai. Zachte wafels worden afgewisseld met lagen rijke vulling, voor een onweerstaanbaar en eenvoudig dessert.
Ingredients
- 500 g mascarpone
- 200 ml slagroom
- 2 eetlepels suiker
- 1 zakje vanillesuiker
- 1 zakje klopfix
- 1 blikje Hak kersenvlaai
- 16 wafels (afhankelijk van de grootte van je schaal)
Instructions
- Haal de mascarpone enkele minuten eerder uit de koelkast zodat deze zachter wordt.
- Schep de mascarpone in een kom, voeg vanillesuiker en gewone suiker toe. Mix kort met een handmixer of garde.
- Voeg slagroom en klopfix toe, en mix tot het mengsel stevig wordt.
- Spatel het beslag voorzichtig door om het luchtig te houden.
- Bekleed de bodem van een 20x30 cm schaal met wafels. Snijd bij indien nodig zodat ze goed passen.
- Verdeel de helft van het beslag over de wafels en strijk glad met een spatel.
- Leg een tweede laag wafels over het beslag.
- Verdeel het resterende beslag gelijkmatig over de tweede laag wafels.
- Giet het blikje kersenvlaai over het beslag en strijk het gelijkmatig uit.
- Veeg de randen van de schaal schoon en laat de wafeltaart minimaal 6 uur opstijven in de koelkast (bij voorkeur een hele nacht).
- Snijd in stukken en serveer gekoeld. Geniet!
Notes
Laat de mascarpone op kamertemperatuur komen voor gemakkelijker mengen. Zorg dat de slagroom goed koud is om stevig te kunnen kloppen. Vervang de topping eventueel door fruit naar keuze of geraspte chocolade. Gebruik zachte standaard wafels, zoals verkrijgbaar bij Lidl of Carrefour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Serving Suggestions
Serve chilled with fresh berries and a light dusting of powdered sugar. It pairs beautifully with coffee or tea in the afternoon.
For a dessert spread, you might also enjoy my Apple Crumble Cheesecake or Festive Christmas Cheesecake for special occasions.
This no bake Wafeltaart is one of those desserts that feels simple but tastes like something from a bakery window. I hope it becomes one of your favorite easy treats, the kind you make again and again because everyone asks for it.
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