Lemon Icebox or Freezer Cake
Indulge in the bright and creamy delight of this Lemon Icebox or Freezer Cake, a no-bake dessert that’s as effortless as it is irresistible. This refreshing treat layers velvety lemon cream—made with cream cheese, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and fluffy whipped cream—between crisp graham crackers, which soften into a cake-like texture as it chills in the refrigerator. With just 20 minutes of prep and no oven required, this crowd-pleasing dessert is perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion in need of a zesty, sweet finish. Garnished with vibrant lemon slices or a dusting of zest, it’s a citrusy dream that delivers a burst of bright flavor in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy whipping cream
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 14 oz Sweetened condensed milk
- 0.5 cups Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp Lemon zest
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 20 sheets Graham crackers
- 4 slices Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and smooth.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
In a 9x13-inch pan, spread a thin, even layer of the lemon cream mixture on the bottom.
Place a layer of graham crackers over the cream mixture, covering as much area as possible. Break crackers as needed to fit.
Spread a generous layer of the lemon cream mixture over the graham crackers, smoothing it out with a spatula.
Repeat the process of layering graham crackers and lemon cream mixture until you have 4-5 layers, ending with a layer of the cream mixture on top.
Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, allowing the layers to set and the graham crackers to soften.
Before serving, garnish the top of the cake with lemon slices or additional lemon zest if desired.
Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 334.2 g | 428% | |
| Saturated Fat | 174.5 g | 872% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 866 mg | 289% | |
| Sodium | 2567 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 517.7 g | 188% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 405.0 g | ||
| Protein | 60.3 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1462 mg | 112% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2143 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
