Icebox Pie
Icebox Pie is a classic American no-bake dessert, typically featuring a creamy filling like lemon, chocolate, or peanut butter set in a crumb crust (often graham cracker or cookie). Its name comes from the traditional method of chilling it in the icebox (the precursor to the modern refrigerator) to firm up. It's a beloved, simple treat especially popular in the Southern United States.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a dessert, Icebox Pie is generally high in fat and carbohydrates, with minimal protein. It provides a quick source of energy, primarily from sugars and fats, and a typical slice can range from 300 to 500 calories depending on the specific recipe and serving size.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 30 g |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 70 mg |
Per 1 slice (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the Icebox Pie is a testament to pre-electric refrigeration ingenuity, using simple chilling to create a sophisticated dessert. Nutritionally, its no-bake nature means it often retains more heat-sensitive nutrients from ingredients like citrus juice compared to baked alternatives, though it remains an indulgent treat.
