This No Bake Strawberry Ice Box Cake is so easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients. It comes together in minutes, and has the most amazing flavor. You will love this no bake dessert, with a perfect chocolate ganache.
This is seriously one of the easiest desserts that I have ever made. It has only a few ingredients and all you do is layer them, then throw it in the fridge- no baking required.
It’s a delicious and refreshing dessert loaded with fresh strawberries and chocolate.This dessert reminds me of strawberry shortcake. Plus the chocolate ganache on top adds the perfect finishing touch.
What could I use in place of graham crackers?
This recipe calls for graham crackers but you could easily replace them. Here is what we recommend:
- Golden Grahams Cereal (crushed)
- Vanilla Wafers
- Biscoff Cookies
- Vanilla Oreos
- Teddy Grahams
How far in advance can I make this dessert?
This recipe explains that it is best when it has sat in the fridge for about four hours. You could eat it sooner, but the texture is best when the graham crackers have softened a little.
We recommend making this four hours in advance, or even the night before. If you make it more than 24 hours in advance, the graham crackers will get a little soggy and might not be as enjoyable.
How should I store this No Bake Strawberry Ice Box Cake?
This cake is best stored in the freezer. If you do plan to make it 48 hours in advance, we recommend freezing it for the first 24, then thawing it in the fridge 24 hours before serving it.
We don’t recommend making it more than 48 hours in advance. If you have any leftovers, cover it tightly with saran wrap or foil, to keep out moisture, as well as to keep it from drying out.
After a day or two it starts to get soggy. So eat those leftovers within a day or two.
It’s common for foods with whipped cream to take on other food flavors in the fridge, so for the best results, keep it covered tightly.
If you love this strawberry icebox cake, be sure to try our no bake lemon icebox cake. A delicious and refreshing dessert!
How to make no bake strawberry icebox cake:
No bake strawberry icebox cake is an easy recipe. It’s one of our favorites. Just some simple ingredients in this dessert.
- Wash and dry the strawberries. Slice strawberries and set aside.
- With a hand mixer, beat 3 cups of the heavy whipping cream until it holds stiff peaks.
- Add in powdered sugar, vanilla, and almond extract and whip to combine.
- Layer the graham crackers in the bottom of a 9 x 13 inch pan until bottom is completely covered. Arrange smaller pieces to fit the edges.
- Spread a layer of whipped cream over the graham crackers, and then a thin layer of sliced strawberries.
- Then layer on another layer of graham crackers, whipped cream, and sliced strawberries.
- Then top with a third layer.
- To make the ganache, heat the remaining cream until it bubbles around the edge of the pan. Then add in the chocolate chips or chocolate pieces.
- Then stir until it is thick and glossy.
- Drizzle or spoon chocolate mixture over layered dessert.
- Refrigerate at least 4 hours so graham crackers have time to soften.
- Top with additional sliced berries before serving.
Related recipe: If you love strawberry desserts, give our Strawberry Crinkle Cookies a try!
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Helpful items used in making strawberry ice box cake
- Hand Mixer– This hand mixer comes in cute kitchen colors and we love the pulse/burst button.
- 9 x 13 Glass Baking Dish– This glass dish comes with an air tight cover.
- Sauce Pan– A great stainless steel sauce pan with a clear glass lid.
Serves: 15
No Bake Strawberry Ice Box Cake Recipe
This No Bake Strawberry Ice Box Cake is so easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients. It comes together in minutes, and has the most amazing flavor.
Prep Time 4 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 minute min
Total Time 4 hours hrs 11 minutes mins
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries sliced
- 1 quart whipping cream divided
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ½ teaspoon almond extract optional
- 14.4 ounces graham crackers 1 box
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips (or chocolate chunks)
Instructions
Wash and slice berries.
With a hand mixer or in the bowl of a stand mixer, whip 3 1/4 cups of cream until it just holds stiff peaks.
Add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and almond extract (if using) and whip to combine.
Cover bottom of pan with graham cracker sheets.
Lightly cover the top of the graham crackers with a thin layer of whipped cream, and then a single layer of sliced strawberries. Repeat the layers 2 more times. Spread the last of the whipped cream over the top and swirl it lightly with a spoon. Add a few more strawberries.
To make the ganache, heat the remaining cream until bubbles form around the edges, then pour over the chocolate. Let it stand for a few minutes, then whisk until the mixture is thick and glossy.
Drizzle this over the layered dessert with a spoon, or transfer to a squeeze bottle and use that to drizzle.
Refrigerate for at least four hours, or until the crackers have softened completely.
Garnish with additional berries.
Notes
This recipe calls for graham crackers but you could easily replace them. Here is what we recommend:
- Golden Grahams Cereal (crushed)
- Vanilla Wafers
- Biscoff Cookies
- Vanilla Oreos
- Teddy Grahams
Nutrition
Calories: 403 kcal · Carbohydrates: 35 g · Protein: 4 g · Fat: 28 g · Saturated Fat: 16 g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g · Monounsaturated Fat: 8 g · Cholesterol: 89 mg · Sodium: 207 mg · Potassium: 189 mg · Fiber: 2 g · Sugar: 16 g · Vitamin A: 935 IU · Vitamin C: 36 mg · Calcium: 72 mg · Iron: 1 mg
Equipment
Hand or Stand Mixer
9×13-inch Baking Pan
Microwave Safe Bowl
Recipe Details
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
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Ricki says:
Wow, this looks delicious! I can't wait to try it!
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Lindsay says:
Looks amazing--anything 'no bake' is definitely my style. :) Can't wait to give it a try! Thanks for sharing this recipe!
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Lori @ Life's a Bowl of Cherries says:
Sounds great!
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Mizzreviewlady says:
Wow, that looks delicious, and it's a no-bake! That's my kind of cake!:)
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Munchie's Mama says:
I found you over at the simply designing link up party...and am loving your blog. This dessert looks so yummy. I happen to be grocery shopping tonight and am totally adding these ingredients to my shopping list. I am a new follower, here is my blog if you want to follow back!
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Alexanders says:
YUM!! I can't wait to try this!! I just added it to my "must make" list!!
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Michelle L. says:
Wow, I think this sounds amazing! Thanks for a fun tute and great recipe!
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Mindie Hilton says:
yum, Thanks for sharing at Bacon Time. Great pic too!
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Danielle says:
So yummy! I will be featuring tomorrow:>
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Nadine says:
Oh - My - Goodness!! Simple and yummy.
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Fashion Nectar By: Sally N. says:
How can you make them look so good??? Seriously, you have magic or something? Haha JKD
But seriously, do you have magic?
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Tracey @ The Kitchen is My Playground says:
Made this this weekend, and just posted about it. Man, is this stuff delicious!!!! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe! I loved it.
Stop by and check out your inspiration if you'd like!
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a4292754-b01e-11e1-b97a-000bcdcb5194 says:
This looks awesome! I've done other kids where it's just whipped creme no confection sugar. Do you think that would be ok for this recipe? Thanks!
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Camille says:
I really think that would work just fine!! :)
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Malaysian Dragon says:
ive tried it.... bt didnt had crakers... so i used mary biscut... it came out just fine... had to reduce the sugar in the whip cream to compersate the sweeteness of the mary biscut..:D
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Dorothy Mitchell says:
Do you have the recipe for "Lemon Ice Box pie"? It used to be on the label of "Eagle Brand" sweetened condensed milk. dm
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Cyd says:
I found the URL from Borden's sweetened condensed milk website. Here it is....http://www.eaglebrand.com/recipes/details/default.aspx?recipeID=4072Have a great day and enjoy your Lemon Ice Box Pie. Guess we better get this delicious recipe on our blog. Here is another yummy lemon recipe that is to die for...http://myrecipemagic.com/recipe/recipedetail/lemon-icebox-torte It is on our sister site - MyRecipeMagic.com. Hope you'll stop by and check it out!
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Stephanie Hum says:
Do you think you can substitute lady fingers instead of graham crackers in this recipe?
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Cyd says:
We haven't tried Lady Fingers, so not sure how it would all turn out. But it sure sounds delicious!
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Jessica L says:
Can this be frozen overnight. I want to take it to a family function that is a 2 hour drive away and would like to freeze it so it could travel well and be served later.Thanks
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Cyd says:
We have never frozen this dessert before, but we see no reason why this couldn't be frozen overnight. Let us know!
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