Strawberry Icebox Cake For One
Indulge in a single serving Strawberry Icebox Cake! A quick, no-bake dessert with layers of flavor. It's the perfect dessert for one or two people to enjoy!
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 ounces cream cheese , softened
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 sheets graham crackers (1 ounce/30 g), you may also use vanilla or chocolate wafers
- ½ cup sliced strawberries
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla. Use an electric hand mixer to beat the mixture until well combined. Once done, set the bowl aside.
- Pour the cold cream into a small bowl. Using an electric mixer, whip the cream until it forms thick peaks. Remember, cold cream whips more efficiently. Alternatively, you can use a whisk to beat the cream until stiff peaks form, though this method might require a bit of an arm workout. Feel free to switch arms as needed.
- Carefully fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring they blend smoothly. In a small dessert dish (about 10-ounce ramekin size works best), create a base layer using graham crackers. Break the crackers to fit the dish if necessary.
- Spread half of the cream mixture evenly over the graham crackers.
- Add a layer of half of the sliced strawberries on top of the cream.
- Place another layer of graham crackers over the strawberries.
- Apply the remaining cream mixture over this second layer of graham crackers, followed by the rest of the sliced strawberries.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Allow the cake to set for at least 3 hours, or overnight for optimal results. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld and the graham crackers to soften, achieving that perfect icebox cake texture.
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Notes
Expert Tips
- Let the cake rest: Although you can enjoy your icebox cake right after you make it, it is best to allow your cake to "rest" in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours to allow the cookie layers to absorb moisture and become softer.
- Choose the right vessel: Icebox cakes can be assembled in any vessel you choose. The ingredient amounts in our small strawberry icebox cake recipe are perfect for a 10-ounce ramekin. Feel free to use a similarly sized dessert dish or bowl with sides.
- Have fun with the toppings: Consider drizzling melted chocolate or caramel over the top of the cake.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 727kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 63g | Saturated Fat: 39g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 192mg | Sodium: 224mg | Potassium: 302mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 2519IU | Vitamin C: 43mg | Calcium: 147mg | Iron: 1mg
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