Description
A no-bake dessert with layers of crispy cookies and creamy whipped filling that softens into a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 packages (about 12 oz each) chocolate wafer cookies or graham crackers
- 3 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Optional: 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (for chocolate whipped cream)
- Optional: Fresh berries or sliced bananas for layering
- Optional: Shaved chocolate or toasted nuts for garnish
Instructions
- In a large, chilled bowl, whip cold heavy cream on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; whip until stiff peaks form and mixture is thick and fluffy. Fold in cocoa powder if using.
- Arrange a single layer of chocolate wafer cookies in a 9×13-inch rectangular dish.
- Spread a generous layer of whipped cream evenly over the cookie base.
- Repeat layering cookies and whipped cream, finishing with a thick cream layer on top.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow cookies to soften.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh berries, shaved chocolate, or toasted nuts.
Notes
- Use cold heavy cream straight from the fridge for best whipping results.
- Whip cream only until stiff peaks form to avoid graininess or butteriness.
- Use thin, crispy cookies like chocolate wafers or graham crackers for ideal texture.
- Do not skip the chilling step for a perfectly set dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: icebox cake, no-bake dessert, creamy dessert, chocolate wafer cookies, whipped cream dessert, easy summer dessert