Old Fashioned Berry Icebox Cake
This vintage cake recipe features layers of graham crackers, fresh berries, and whipped cream. A no-bake dessert that's simple to create and perfect for summer gatherings.
Servings: 12
Calories: 388kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh berries strawberries, blueberries, red raspberries and blackberries, cleaned
- 3 ½ cups heavy whipping cream needs to be very cold
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 21 sheets graham crackers
- Additional berries optional for garnish
Instructions
- Chill mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for 30 minutes before starting.
- Clean the berries and slice the strawberries while the mixing bowl is chilling.4 cups fresh berries
- Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar and vanilla in a large mixing bowl, until stiff peaks form.3 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, ½ cup powdered sugar, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Divide the whipped cream into fourths. Spread a small amount the cream mixture in the bottom of a 9x13 casserole dish.
- Add graham crackers, trimming as needed to fit the pan.21 sheets graham crackers
- Spread ¼ of the whipping cream mixture over the top of the graham crackers.
- Add ⅓ of the fruit on top of the whipping cream layer. Spread a small amount of whipped cream on top of the fruit to level it off.
- Add another layer of graham crackers, gently pressing them down into the whipped cream.
- Repeat the layers, ending with a layer of whipped cream on the top.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Garnish with additional fruit before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Substitute other fresh fruits for the berries.
- Prepared vanilla pudding can be substituted for the whipped cream.
- Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight before serving.
- This dessert is best served chilled.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The fruit and whipped cream start to break down the longer it is stored.
Nutrition
Calories: 388kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 181mg | Potassium: 138mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 1044IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 1mg