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Easy No-Bake Lemon Icebox Cake with Creamy Layers

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A quick and refreshing no-bake lemon icebox cake featuring layers of softened vanilla wafers and tangy lemon cream, perfect for warm weather and last-minute celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces (225 g) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) lemon curd
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest, freshly grated
  • Vanilla wafer cookies (about 3 to 4 layers worth)
  • Optional: fresh berries (blueberries or raspberries) for layering or garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with lemon curd until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer on medium speed.
  2. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon-cream cheese mixture using a spatula, keeping it light and airy.
  4. Fold in the freshly grated lemon zest evenly into the mixture.
  5. Spread a thin layer of the lemon cream mixture on the bottom of a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) dish.
  6. Arrange a single layer of vanilla wafer cookies over the cream.
  7. Spoon and spread another layer of lemon cream on top of the cookies.
  8. Repeat layering, finishing with a cream layer on top, creating about 3 to 4 layers.
  9. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow cookies to soften and flavors to meld.
  10. Before serving, optionally garnish with fresh berries or extra lemon zest.

Notes

Let cream cheese soften at room temperature for at least 30 minutes for smooth blending. Use cold heavy cream and chilled bowl for better whipping. Fold whipped cream gently to keep airiness. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture. If cream mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk or cream to loosen. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free cream cheese. Gluten-free wafers or graham crackers can be used as cookie alternatives.

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