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Lemon Icebox Cake

Lemon Icebox Cake

320kcal
Prep 20 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total 4 hours 20 minutes
Enjoy the refreshing tang of Lemon Icebox Cake, a delightful dessert that combines creamy lemon filling with crunchy graham crackers.
Servings 12 slices
Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Ingredients

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Heavy cream well-chilled
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1 cup Lemon curd
  • 8 oz Cream cheese softened
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
For the Layers
  • 1 box Graham crackers
  • 1 tbsp Zest of lemon for added flavor
  • 1 cup Fresh lemon slices optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method

How to Make Lemon Icebox Cake
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  2. In another bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon curd, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and well combined.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture until fully combined and fluffy.
  4. In a 9x13-inch baking dish, arrange a layer of graham crackers on the bottom.
  5. Spread half of the lemon filling over the layer of cookies.
  6. Add another layer of graham crackers, followed by the remaining lemon filling. Top with a final layer of graham crackers.
  7. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible.
  8. Before serving, garnish with lemon zest and fresh lemon slices if desired.
  9. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving1sliceCalories320kcalCarbohydrates40gProtein2gFat17gSaturated Fat10gPolyunsaturated Fat0.5gMonounsaturated Fat6gCholesterol35mgSodium150mgPotassium80mgSugar25gVitamin A500IUVitamin C5mgCalcium50mgIron0.5mg

Notes

For extra indulgence, serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

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