Lemon Icebox Cake

The Icebox Cake originated in the early 1900s when iceboxes were commonly used to keep food chilled. This no-bake dessert became popular due to its simplicity and refreshing taste.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 260 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.

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Lemon Icebox Cake

Cooking Method: No-Bake Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 20 min Rest Time 240 min Total Time 4 hrs 20 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2560

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 box Graham crackers
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 package Cream cheese
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 0.5 cup Lemon juice
• 2 cup Whipped cream
• optional for garnish Lemon slices

Instructions

1. In a food processor, crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking dish to form the crust.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix well.
4. Fold in the whipped cream until well combined.
5. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust.
6. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
7. Before serving, garnish with lemon slices if desired.
8. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 38g13%

Sugars 25g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.