Napoleon in a glass – quick no-bake dessert in 20 minutes recept

Name: Napoleon in a glass – quick no-bake dessert in 20 minutes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 180 g all-purpose flour; 120 g cold butter; a pinch of salt; 1 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar; 2 egg yolks; 60 g granulated sugar; 300 ml milk; 2 tablespoons plain flour; 30 g butter

Easy to prepare
4 serving
20 minutes

Jan, 19. 12. 2025

Print recipe

Looking for an impressive yet quick no-bake dessert? This Napoleon in a glass combines crunchy crumble with a delicate vanilla cream and you can make it in no time without an oven. Chill for at least two hours and you’re done!

For 4 serving

Ingredients

Crumble:

180 g all-purpose flour
120 g cold butter
a pinch of salt
1 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar

Cream:

2 egg yolks
60 g granulated sugar
300 ml milk
2 tablespoons plain flour
30 g butter

Preparation procedure

Crumble In a bowl, grate the cold butter into the flour with the sugar and salt. Press with your fingers into crumbs; do not add any liquid.
Toasting the crumble Add the crumble to a dry pan heated to medium. Toast for 8–10 minutes, until it begins to smell and turn golden. Stir continuously to prevent burning. Transfer to a bowl and let cool.
Vanilla cream In a saucepan, mix the egg yolks with the sugar and flour. Gradually add the milk in portions while whisking continuously. Cook over low heat for 7–10 minutes, until the cream thickens. Remove from the heat, stir in the butter and let cool.
Assembling in glasses Place a layer of crumble on the bottom of each glass, then a layer of cream. Alternate until the glass is full. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Total preparation time

Crumble preparation: 5 minutes
Toasting the crumble: 10 minutes
Cream preparation: 10 minutes
Assembling and chilling: 2 hours

Total: approx. 2 hours 25 minutes

Recipe conclusion

Napoleon in a glass is a perfect dessert when you want a sweet finish without baking. The crunchy crumble and silky cream create a stylish experience for any occasion. Try variations with lemon zest, cocoa, or nuts for an even richer flavor.