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Easy Creamy No-Bake Lemon Icebox Cake

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A quick and refreshing no-bake lemon icebox cake featuring layers of graham crackers and a luscious lemon cream mixture, perfect for summer dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240g) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup (240g) lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/3 cup (40g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • About 24 graham crackers or digestive biscuits (regular or honey-flavored)
  • Optional garnishes: fresh lemon zest, thin lemon slices or candied lemon peel, fresh mint leaves

Instructions

  1. In a large chilled bowl, beat the cold heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add the lemon curd and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture, then gently fold with a spatula until well combined.
  4. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the lemon-cream cheese mixture using gentle strokes to keep it light and airy.
  5. Spread a thin layer of the lemon cream mixture evenly on the bottom of a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) dish.
  6. Layer graham crackers over the cream, breaking them if needed to cover the surface without gaps.
  7. Alternate layers of lemon cream and graham crackers, finishing with a generous layer of lemon cream on top (about 3 layers total).
  8. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the layers to soften and meld.
  9. Just before serving, garnish with fresh lemon zest, thin lemon slices, or mint leaves.

Notes

Chill bowls and beaters before whipping cream for best results. Fold whipped cream gently to keep it airy. Use good quality lemon curd for best flavor. Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight for soft layers. Can substitute coconut cream and vegan cream cheese for dairy-free version. Use gluten-free crackers for gluten-free option.

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