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3 INGREDIENTS
My Favorite Dessert Takes Only 3 Ingredients (It's Genius)
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5.0 (380)|(2 Reviews)Crisp chocolate wafer cookies layered with sweetened whipped cream and crushed chocolate cookie crumb topping.
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By Jessica Furniss (Recipe Developer)•Published May 24, 2026
⏱ 4 hrs 15 mins (chill)
Simply Recipes / Jessica Furniss🔥 310 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Magically transforms into sliceable chocolate cake in the fridge.
- Zero oven heat needed—perfect for summer entertaining.
3 INGREDIENTS
My Favorite Dessert Takes Only 3 Ingredients (It's Genius)
The famous 1930s Nabisco famous icebox cake made effortless: chocolate wafer cookies layered with freshly whipped vanilla cream. As it rests in the refrigerator, the cookies absorb moisture from the cream and soften into tender, chocolate cake-like layers. Difficulty: Super Easy.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Total Time4 hrs 15 mins (chill)
Servings8 servings
Scale Recipe:
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Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream & 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 package (9 oz) chocolate wafer cookies or Oreos (separated and crushed)
- Extra crushed cookies for topping
Directions
1
Whip vanilla cream
In a cold bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until medium-stiff peaks form.
2
Layer cookies and cream
Spread a thin layer of cream in an 8x8 dish. Layer cookies across, top with cream, and repeat layers, finishing with cream.
3
Chill overnight
Top with crushed cookies. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours (or overnight) until cookies soften into cake.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Let it chill for a full 6 hours so every cookie completely softens into velvety cake.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories310 kcal
Protein3g
Carbs32g
Total Fat20g
Sodium: 180mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
