Step 1: Prepare the Custard Base

In a saucepan, crack 1 egg and add 3 tablespoons of sugar. Whisk them together until well combined and slightly frothy, about 30 seconds. Pour in 1 cup of milk and add 2 tablespoons of corn starch. Mix well until there are no lumps.

Step 2: Cook the Custard

Place the saucepan on medium heat and cook, continuously whisking, until the mixture thickens into a creamy custard, about 5-7 minutes. Once thick, turn off the flame and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly.

Step 3: Cool the Custard

Transfer the hot custard to a clean bowl. Cover the surface directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming and let it cool completely to room temperature, which may take about 30-45 minutes. You can also refrigerate it to speed up the cooling process.

Step 4: Whip the Cream

In a separate large bowl, pour 1/2 cup of cold cream. Using an electric mixer, beat the cream until stiff peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5: Combine Custard and Cream

Gradually add the completely cooled custard to the whipped cream, beating with the electric mixer after each addition until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Continue until all the custard is incorporated and the cream mixture is light and fluffy.

Step 6: Assemble the Dessert - First Layer

Take a rectangular glass dish. Spread a generous layer of the prepared cream mixture evenly at the bottom of the dish using a spatula. Dip 6-7 Lotus Biscoff biscuits one by one into 1/2 cup of milk for a few seconds, then arrange them over the cream layer to form a single layer.

Step 7: Assemble the Dessert - Second Layer

Repeat the layering process: spread another layer of the cream mixture over the biscuits, then add another layer of milk-dipped Lotus Biscoff biscuits.

Step 8: Garnish and Chill

Once the layers are complete, sprinkle a generous amount of crushed Lotus Biscoff biscuits over the top of the dessert. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the biscuits to soften and the flavors to meld.

Step 9: Serve

Remove the chilled dessert from the refrigerator, uncover, and serve cold. Enjoy your delicious no-bake Lotus Biscoff dessert!

• Ensure the custard is completely cooled before mixing with whipped cream to prevent melting.

• For best results, chill the dessert for at least 3-4 hours, or overnight, to allow the biscuits to soften and flavors to meld.

• Adjust sugar to your preference.

• Add a layer of fresh fruit like sliced bananas or berries.

• Drizzle with melted Biscoff spread before serving.

• Use different types of plain biscuits if Biscoff is unavailable.