Name: Ice Floes – coconut no-bake cubes: A quick dessert from butter, biscuits and coconut
Prep time: 90 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 250 g butter biscuits; 3 tablespoons rum (can be omitted and replaced with milk); 3 tablespoons milk; 1 tablespoon powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons cocoa; 250 g butter (soft); 100 g powdered sugar; 150 g ground coconut; 80 g chocolate coating (or good dark chocolate); Optionally 1–2 teaspoons oil for shine

Preparation procedure

Biscuit base. Blitz or crush the biscuits finely. Stir in the cocoa and a tablespoon of powdered sugar, add the rum and milk. Work into a compact, pliable mass.
Spreading. Press the mixture into a pan lined with baking paper (approx. 20 × 20 cm). Smooth the surface level, layer height about 1 cm.
Coconut cream. Whip the butter with the powdered sugar into a pale foam, mix in the coconut. Spread the cream evenly over the biscuit layer.
Chilling. Put the pan in the refrigerator for 45–60 minutes to allow the cream to firm up.
Coating. Melt the chocolate (with the oil) in a bain-marie or briefly in the microwave, stir until smooth and spread a thin layer over the chilled cream. Let chill for another 20–30 minutes.
Cutting. Cut into small cubes with a sharp knife. For clean cuts, wipe the knife after each stroke.

Total preparation time: 1 hour 30 minutes (20 minutes preparation + 70 minutes chilling)

Number of servings: 25–36 cubes (pan size approx. 20 × 20 cm)

Tips and variations

Alcohol-free: Replace the rum with milk or a spoonful of strong espresso for a more pronounced flavor.
Crunchy version: Stir a handful of crushed roasted almonds into the cream.
Sweetness to taste: You can easily reduce or add powdered sugar in the cream – the coconut will “absorb” part of the sweetness.
Sheet pan vs. loaf pan: If you use a narrower pan, the layers will be higher – extend chilling by 10–15 minutes.

Storage

Store the cubes covered in the refrigerator, they will keep for 4–5 days. For festive occasions you can also freeze them; before serving let them thaw gradually in the refrigerator.

Conclusion

Ice Floes are among the most rewarding no-bake coconut squares: minimal ingredients, under twenty minutes of work and a sure result. Butter instead of hydrogenated fat ensures a clean flavor and a delicate texture that you’ll appreciate from the first bite. Save the recipe as a “quick trump” – even a beginner can master it and the cubes look lovely served on any festive platter.