Description
Lemon Icebox Cake is a refreshing no-bake dessert that captures the essence of summer with its zesty lemon flavor and creamy texture. Perfect for gatherings or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, this cake layers crispy graham crackers with a luscious lemon filling and fluffy whipped cream. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, it’s a delightful treat that will transport you to a sunny paradise with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (about 14 oz) graham crackers
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Lemon zest for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin.
- In a bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and sweetened condensed milk until combined. Fold in half of the whipped cream until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip remaining heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Layer half of the lemon mixture over graham crackers in a dish; top with more crackers, remaining lemon mixture, and finish with whipped cream.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg