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Two slices of no-bake wafer cake showing layered wafers and creamy walnut filling.
Mirjana

Nostalgic No-Bake Round Wafer Cake with Roasted Nuts, Coconut & Strawberries

This nostalgic no-bake wafer cake is a modern take on a classic Central European dessert. Made with condensed milk, roasted walnuts, Nutella, coconut, and fresh strawberries, it is easy to prepare and perfect for make-ahead entertaining.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 12 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Central European
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package (8 sheets) round wafer sheets, about 9 inches in diameter
  • 3 cans sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup Nutella
  • 1 cup roasted walnuts, finely ground
  • 1 tsp pure Madagascar vanilla extract
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled
  • ½ cup golden berries (optional)

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Filling
    Add the sweetened condensed milk and ground walnuts to a large bowl.Stir in the vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  2. Assemble the Cake
    Place one wafer sheet on a flat serving plate or cake board.
    Spread an even layer of filling over the wafer. Repeat with the remaining wafers, stacking carefully. Leave the top wafer plain. Cover the cake tightly with aluminum foil. Place a cutting board on top and weigh it down with a heavy object. Refrigerate overnight to soften the wafers and set the cake.
  3. Slice & Serve
    Use a large, sharp knife to cut the cake into quarters.
    Coconut-covered no-bake wafer cake being sliced into wedges.
  4. Slice each quarter into three wedges for a total of 12 slices.
    Chilled round wafer cake fully assembled and coated with Nutella frosting.
  5. Decorate with fresh strawberries and optional golden berries.
    Two slices of no-bake wafer cake showing layered wafers and creamy walnut filling.

Notes

  • Warm Nutella briefly for easy spreading.
  • Substitute walnuts with roasted hazelnuts, cashews, or pistachios.
  • Replace strawberries with raspberries, cherries, or bananas if desired.
  • Store in the freezer for up to two weeks. Allow slices to soften slightly before serving.
Nutrition Information
(Approximate, per serving)
  • Calories: 520
  • Total Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 13 g
  • Carbohydrates: 55 g
  • Sugars: 42 g
  • Protein: 9 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sodium: 170 mg