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Lemon-Icebox-Cake-Recipe

Lemon Icebox Cake

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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 15 servings 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Lemon Icebox Cake is a delightful no-bake dessert that layers creamy lemon pudding with graham crackers. Perfect for parties and gatherings, it combines the refreshing flavor of lemon with the creaminess of cool whip and cream cheese, making it an irresistible treat for all ages.

Ingredients

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  • 2 (3.4-oz) boxes instant lemon pudding mix
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 (8-oz) block cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
  • 1 lemon (zest and juice, optional)
  • 2 (8-oz) containers cool whip (or 6 cups freshly whipped cream, divided use)
  • 1 (15-oz) box graham crackers
  • fresh lemon slices and extra crumbs (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Grab a 9×13 inch casserole dish. Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened for easy blending.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the instant lemon pudding mix and whole milk for 2 minutes with a hand mixer. Incorporate the softened cream cheese, and add in the lemon zest and juice if desired. Gently fold in one container of Cool Whip until well combined.
  3. Place a single layer of graham crackers in the bottom of the dish. Spread half of the lemon pudding mixture over the crackers. Repeat with a second layer of graham crackers and the remaining pudding mixture. Top with another layer of graham crackers, then spread the second container of Cool Whip on top.
  4. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap, ensuring it doesn't touch the Cool Whip. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or, for best results, overnight.
  5. Before serving, garnish with fresh lemon slices, extra lemon zest, and crushed graham cracker crumbs if desired. Cut into squares and serve cold.

Notes

For best taste, refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to meld.
You can substitute fresh whipped cream for Cool Whip for a more homemade taste.
Make sure to soften the cream cheese properly to avoid lumps in the mixture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

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Find it online: https://thehealthyfood.org/lemon-icebox-cake/