Gluten-Free Icebox Cake

A Gluten-Free Icebox Cake is a no-bake dessert that uses layers of gluten-free cookies or wafers, whipped cream, and often fruit or pudding, which soften in the refrigerator to create a cake-like texture. It's a popular American-style treat, especially for those avoiding gluten, and is typically assembled in a loaf pan or dish.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is generally high in fat and carbohydrates, primarily from the whipped cream and cookies, with a moderate amount of sugar. A typical serving provides a good source of calcium from the dairy and may offer some vitamins if fruit is included, with a calorie range of approximately 300-450 kcal per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	26 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	22 g
Sodium	150 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg RAE
Phosphorus	90 mg
Vitamin D	0.5 mcg
Iron	1.5 mg
Magnesium	15 mg
Vitamin C	2 mg
Potassium	110 mg

Per 1 slice (approx. 120g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The 'icebox cake' concept is a classic American mid-20th century innovation, relying on refrigeration rather than baking to transform simple ingredients. The gluten-free version creatively adapts this tradition, making a nostalgic, texturally unique dessert accessible to those with dietary restrictions.