Chocolate icebox cake is a generations-old classic that takes a small handful of ordinary ingredients and turns them into something amazing!
What is an Icebox Cake?
Back in the 1930s when refrigerators were “iceboxes,” these versatile recipes became popular! An icebox cake combines layers of cookies (in this case chocolate wafers) and whipped cream and it sits overnight. Once it sits, the cookies take on a cake-like texture resulting in a delicious dessert.
No-Bake Cake!
No need to heat up the oven! Simply make and chill! Create a signature icebox cake by mixing in all kinds of other fun ingredients, changing the cookies, extracts, or toppings! Slice super thin and serve with some Strawberry Sauce or fresh fruit.
Ingredients and Variations
CREAM: Sweetened whipped cream makes the base for an icebox cake. Whipped topping works for a quicker version! LAYERS: Chocolate wafers are layered with the whipped cream, but any kind of thin cookies will do. Oreos, even graham crackers, chocolate grahams, or sugar wafer cookies work great!
VARIATIONS: So many things can be added to an icebox cake.
Whip in room temperature cream cheese and toasted coconut for a heavier layer that tastes great with layers of fruit! Cocoa powder and instant espresso added to whipped cream will give an icebox cake a mocha flavor Add any kind of fruit-flavored jam, like strawberry or lemon curd. Make a holiday icebox cake by whipping pumpkin puree in with the whipped cream and use graham crackers for layering. Top with chocolate chips!
TOPPINGS: Grated chocolate, fresh berries, mini chocolate chips, or colored jimmies for a birthday cake are all perfect toppers!
How to Make an Icebox Cake
How to Store
Keep icebox cake in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 4 weeks. Slice the cake on the diagonal to reveal layers of chocolate and cream. Garnish and serve. Slice icebox cake into 1” slices and stack slices between sheets of parchment paper. Cover in plastic wrap and freeze in a zippered bag with the date labeled on the outside.
Best Icebox Cakes
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