Best 2 No Bake Lemon Ice Box Cake Recipes

Indulge in the delightful No-Bake Lemon Ice Box Cake, a refreshing and luscious dessert perfect for any occasion. This classic Southern treat features layers of creamy lemon filling sandwiched between crisp graham cracker crumbs, delivering a burst of tangy-sweet flavor in every bite. With two variations, the Classic No-Bake Lemon Ice Box Cake and the No-Bake Lemon Blueberry Ice Box Cake, there's something for everyone to enjoy. The Blueberry variation adds a burst of juicy blueberries, creating a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Both recipes are easy to follow and require no baking, making them perfect for busy home cooks or those looking for a no-fuss dessert. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delicious and visually stunning cake that's sure to become a favorite.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

NO BAKE LEMON ICE BOX CAKE

No Bake Lemon Ice Box Cake image

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 (3.5 ounce) packages instant lemon pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) package Cool Whip
3 cups milk
1 (16 ounce) package graham crackers
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 Tablespoons milk
2 Tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

In a large bowl, mix together the pudding mixes, Cool Whip, and milk.
In a 9 x 13 inch pan, place a single layer of graham crackers on the bottom of the pan (you may need to break a few graham crackers so that the entire bottom of the pan is covered).
Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the graham crackers. Place another single layer of graham crackers on top of the pudding and then layer the second half of the pudding on top of those crackers.
Place one more single layer of graham crackers on top of the pudding.
Mix together ingredients for the lemon frosting and spread over all.
Cover and place in the fridge for about 4 hours.
We found that we like this cake even better then next day.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 2279 kcal, Fat 49 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Cholesterol 323 mg, Sodium 6334 mg, Carbohydrate 331 g, Sugar 307 g, Protein 137 mg

NO-BAKE LEMON ICEBOX PIE

No-Bake Lemon Icebox Pie image

Lemon lovers and lazy bakers alike will adore this easy, no-bake pie!

Provided by By Annalise Sandberg

Categories Dessert

Time 8h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (10 to 12 whole crackers)
1/4 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
Pinch of salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel

Steps:

In medium bowl, mix Crust ingredients. Press evenly into ungreased 9-inch pie plate. Refrigerate 1 hour.
In large bowl, beat Filling ingredients until smooth. Spread evenly in crust. Refrigerate 6 hours or until set.
Serve with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 40 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

For a creamier texture, use full-fat cream cheese and whipping cream.
If you don't have graham cracker crumbs, you can use crushed vanilla wafers or Oreos.
To make the cake ahead of time, assemble it and then freeze it for up to 2 weeks. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
For a fun twist, add some lemon zest to the whipped cream.
Serve the cake with fresh berries or a drizzle of lemon curd.

Conclusion:

This no-bake lemon ice box cake is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its creamy texture, tangy lemon flavor, and graham cracker crust, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.