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Lemon Icebox Cake: A Timeless Classic

Lemon Icebox Cake: A Timeless Classic

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A no-bake dessert featuring tangy lemon layers and crumbly graham cracker base. Refreshing citrus flavor, creamy texture, and minimal effort make this a perfect summer treat.

  • Total Time: 385
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

1 box (10.75 oz) reduced-fat graham cracker sticks
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 cup (8 oz) fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 cups (16 oz) heavy whipping cream

Instructions

Line a 9×13-inch springform pan with plastic wrap
Crush graham crackers into coarse crumbs (8 cups total)
In a mixing bowl, combine graham crumbs, sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest
Press ¾ of the mixture evenly into the pan
Spread remaining mixture on top
Chill for 2 hours
In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form
Lay plastic wrap over dessert, gently press whipped cream layer into place
Chill 4-5 hours until firm
Run a knife around edges before slicing and serving

Notes

Use regular graham crackers if preferred
Substitute non-dairy whipping cream for dairy-free version
Meyer lemons yield sweeter flavor
Storage: Keep refrigerated covered with plastic wrap
Best served 1-2 days after making

  • Author: Tiramisu Cake
  • Prep Time: 25
  • Category: No-Bake Creamy Desserts
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: One slice
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg