Indulge in the effortless elegance of our Easy Chocolate Icebox Cake. With just a handful of ingredients, this no-bake dessert transforms into a decadent delight, perfect for make-ahead entertaining or a simple sweet treat. Its layers of creamy whipped topping and crisp chocolate cookies meld together, creating a symphony of textures and flavors that will captivate your taste buds.
Gather all the necessary ingredients. (5 minutes)
Line an 8x4-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap, ensuring the wrap overhangs the sides for easy removal. (5 minutes)
In a large bowl, whip the cream with an electric mixer on medium speed for approximately 2 minutes. Gradually add confectioners' sugar to your desired sweetness and vanilla extract. Continue whipping until soft-medium peaks form. Reserve 1 cup of the whipped cream and refrigerate for later use. (10 minutes)
Spread a thin layer of whipped cream on the bottom of the prepared loaf pan. Set aside two cookies for garnish. Arrange a layer of cookies over the cream, breaking them as needed to fit snugly and fill any gaps. Top with one-quarter of the remaining whipped cream. Repeat the layering process with cookies and cream three more times, using all of the cream. Finish with a final layer of cookies, gently pressing them into the cream. (20 minutes)
Fold the overhanging plastic wrap over the top of the loaf. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cookies to soften and the flavors to meld together. (8+ hours)
When ready to serve, unwrap the cake and invert it onto a serving plate. Spread the reserved whipped cream evenly over the top. Crush the reserved cookies and sprinkle them over the whipped cream as a garnish. (5 minutes)
Slice the cake as desired and serve immediately. Enjoy the delightful combination of creamy and chocolatey goodness! (5 minutes)
Salvador Nicolas
Jun 13, 2025The key is to let it chill long enough so the cookies get nice and soft.
Royal Kovacek
May 17, 2025This recipe is so easy and delicious! I made it for a party and everyone loved it.
Dorthy Kassulke
Mar 27, 2025I added a layer of chocolate ganache in the middle and it was amazing!
America Hermiston
Mar 22, 2025I love that this cake requires no baking. It's perfect for hot summer days.