Recipe

Classic Chocolate Icebox Cake

Decadent Layers of Chocolate Bliss

4.5 out of 5

Indulge in the rich and creamy layers of this Classic Chocolate Icebox Cake, a beloved dessert in American cuisine. This no-bake treat is perfect for those hot summer days when you crave something sweet and refreshing.

Dessert› Cake› Icebox Cake

Cuisine of the Americas› American cuisine

Preparation time

20 minutes

Cooking time

N/A (no baking required)

Total time

4 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)

Yields

8 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Nut-free, Soy-free, Egg-free, Halal

Allergens

Milk, Wheat

Not suitable for

Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Paleo, Keto

Ingredients

2 cups (470ml) heavy cream 2 cups (470ml) heavy cream
1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar 1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon espresso powder 1 teaspoon espresso powder
24 chocolate wafers 24 chocolate wafers
1 ounce (28g) dark chocolate, grated 1 ounce (28g) dark chocolate, grated

Nutrition

Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
Fat (total, saturated): 24g, 15g
Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 26g, 12g
Protein: 2g
Fiber: 1g
Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1.
In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
2.
Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and espresso powder to the whipped cream. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
3.
Spread a thin layer of the whipped cream mixture on the bottom of a 9x9-inch (23x23cm) square baking dish.
4.
Arrange a layer of chocolate wafers on top of the whipped cream, covering the entire surface.
5.
Repeat the layers of whipped cream and chocolate wafers until you run out of ingredients, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
6.
Sprinkle the grated dark chocolate over the final layer of whipped cream.
7.
Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the cake to set.
8.
Serve chilled and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

Chocolate wafers — Choose high-quality chocolate wafers for the best flavor and texture in the cake. If you can't find chocolate wafers, you can substitute them with chocolate graham crackers or thin chocolate cookies.

Tips & Tricks

For a more intense chocolate flavor, you can add a tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder to the whipped cream mixture.
Make sure to refrigerate the cake for the recommended time to allow the wafers to soften and the flavors to meld together.
To make the cake extra fancy, you can pipe rosettes of whipped cream on top and garnish with chocolate shavings.

Serving advice

Slice the Classic Chocolate Icebox Cake into squares and serve chilled on dessert plates. For an extra touch, drizzle some chocolate sauce on the plate before placing the cake slice.

Presentation advice

To present the Classic Chocolate Icebox Cake beautifully, dust a bit of powdered sugar over the top layer of whipped cream and sprinkle some additional grated dark chocolate. Serve on a cake stand or a decorative dessert plate.