Description
Vanilla Wafer Icebox Cake is a delightful no-bake dessert that combines layers of creamy whipped goodness with crunchy vanilla wafers, making it perfect for any occasion. Its rich flavors and beautiful presentation will impress family and friends, turning any gathering into a celebration. With just a few simple ingredients, this nostalgic treat is sure to bring smiles with every slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 boxes vanilla wafers (about 12 oz total)
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream (chilled)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
- Optional: chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Gather mixing bowls, an electric mixer, and an 8×8 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whip the chilled heavy cream with sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form (about 3-5 minutes).
- Spread a layer of whipped cream at the bottom of the baking dish, followed by a layer of vanilla wafers. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with whipped cream on top.
- Sprinkle optional chocolate shavings over the top layer.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight for best results.
- Slice into squares and serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 80mg