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No-Bake Lemon Icebox Cake

A tall slice of No-Bake Lemon Icebox Cake layered with graham crackers, lemon filling, and whipped cream.
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A simple, chilled dessert featuring layers of graham crackers and a light, creamy lemon filling that sets in the refrigerator.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 box (10 ounces) graham crackers

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until combined. The mixture will thicken slightly. Set aside.
  2. In a separate large bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  3. Gently fold about one-third of the whipped cream into the lemon mixture to lighten it. Then, fold the lightened lemon mixture into the remaining whipped cream until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish or line a loaf pan with plastic wrap for easy removal.
  5. Arrange a single layer of graham crackers on the bottom of the dish. Break crackers as needed to fit.
  6. Spread half of the lemon cream mixture evenly over the crackers.
  7. Add a second layer of graham crackers.
  8. Spread the remaining lemon cream mixture over the second layer of crackers.
  9. Top with a final layer of graham crackers.
  10. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the crackers to soften and the cake to set.
  12. Slice and serve cold.

Notes

  • For a richer lemon flavor, use fresh lemon juice only. Bottled juice may alter the texture.
  • If you prefer a firmer cake, chill the mixture for 8 hours. For a softer texture, 6 hours is sufficient.
  • You can decorate the top with extra lemon zest or a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.

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