Icebox Cake

Icebox Cake is a no-bake dessert traditionally made by layering cookies (often chocolate wafers) with whipped cream or pudding, then chilling it in the refrigerator until the cookies soften into a cake-like texture. It is a classic American treat, particularly popular in the mid-20th century as a convenient, no-oven-required summer dessert.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is typically high in carbohydrates and fat due to the cookies and whipped cream, with minimal protein. A single serving can range from 300 to 500 calories, depending on the specific ingredients and portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	48 g
Fat	20 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	32 g
Sodium	280 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Vitamin C	1 mg
Phosphorus	70 mg
Magnesium	15 mg
Zinc	0.5 mg

Per 1 slice (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The 'baking' process is entirely passive, relying on the refrigerator to transform the ingredients over several hours, which is a unique method in dessert making. Nutritionally, it's a classic example of how simple, shelf-stable ingredients can be combined to create a rich, indulgent texture without any cooking.