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old fashioned lemon icebox cake
Faiza Shabir

Lemonade Icebox Cake Recipe

This lemonade icebox cake is light, creamy, and bursting with zesty citrus flavor. Made with layers of cookies and a smooth lemonade-infused cream, it chills into a soft, cake-like dessert. Perfect for hot days when you want something refreshing without turning on the oven.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup frozen lemonade concentrate thawed
  • 1 box graham crackers or vanilla wafers
  • Lemon zest optional, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Beat heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form
  2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then continue beating until stiff peaks form
  3. Gently fold in lemonade concentrate until well combined
  4. Spread a thin layer of cream mixture in a dish
  5. Add a layer of graham crackers or vanilla wafers
  6. Spread more cream mixture on top
  7. Repeat layers until ingredients are used, ending with cream
  8. Smooth the top evenly
  9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours (or overnight)
  10. Garnish with lemon zest before serving

Notes

  • Chill overnight for the best texture and flavor
  • Use fresh lemon zest for extra zing
  • Don’t overmix the cream to keep it light and fluffy
  • Store in the fridge to maintain structure

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