Spiced and Spiked Icebox Cake

The Icebox Cake is a classic American dessert that gained popularity in the early 20th century. It was originally made by layering whipped cream and chocolate wafers, then allowing it to set in the refrigerator to create a cake-like texture without baking.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 390 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Spiced and Spiked Icebox Cake

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Rest Time 360 min Total Time 6 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 pack Graham crackers
• 2 cup Whipped cream
• 1 package Cream cheese
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 cup Rum or bourbon
• 1 tablespoon Cocoa powder

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the whipped cream, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and rum or bourbon.
2. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
3. Line the bottom of a rectangular dish with graham crackers.
4. Spread a layer of the cream mixture over the graham crackers.
5. Repeat the layers, alternating between graham crackers and cream mixture, until all ingredients are used.
6. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
7. Before serving, dust the top of the cake with cocoa powder.
8. Slice and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

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.