This Lemon Ice Box Cake is a perfect balance of tangy lemon flavor and creamy sweetness. With layers of zesty lemon filling and light whipped cream, this no-bake dessert is sure to become a favorite for any occasion, especially during hot summer days.
Ingredients
- 1 package lemon-flavored cookies
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 cups heavy cream, cold
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Directions
- In a large bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture until fully incorporated.
- Line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with plastic wrap, leaving an overhang on the sides.
- Layer the bottom of the pan with lemon-flavored cookies, breaking them to fit if needed.
- Pour half of the lemon mixture over the cookies, spreading it evenly.
- Repeat the layers with cookies and lemon mixture, finishing with a layer of cookies on top.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- To serve, carefully lift the cake out of the pan using the plastic wrap overhang, and slice into pieces.
Interesting Facts
This no-bake dessert is perfect for those hot summer days when you don't want to turn on the oven.
The combination of tangy lemon and sweet cream makes this cake a refreshing and satisfying treat for any occasion.