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No-Bake Red White and Blue Icebox Cake

No-Bake Red White and Blue Icebox Cake for Festive Cool Treats

A refreshing No-Bake Red White and Blue Icebox Cake that's perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Whipped Cream
  • 2 cups heavy cream Essential for a rich, creamy texture; avoid overwhipping for best results.
  • 3-4 tablespoons granulated sugar Sweetens the cream; adjust to taste as needed.
For the Layers
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries Provides a burst of sweetness and vibrant red color; always choose fresh, firm berries.
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries Adds tang and beautiful color; fresh berries will retain their shape better than frozen.
  • 1 box vanilla wafer cookies Acts as the structure of the cake; for gluten-free versions, swap with gluten-free cookies.
Optional Garnish
  • 1 cup extra strawberries Perfect for topping; makes the cake visually appealing and refreshing.
  • 1 cup extra blueberries Perfect for topping; makes the cake visually appealing and refreshing.

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • rectangular dish
  • plastic wrap
  • Serrated Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by pouring 2 cups of heavy cream into a large mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer, whip the cream on medium speed until soft peaks form, which should take about 3-4 minutes. Gently fold in 3-4 tablespoons of granulated sugar to sweeten the cream.
  2. In a rectangular dish, start building your No-Bake Red White and Blue Icebox Cake by placing a single layer of vanilla wafer cookies at the bottom. Spread a layer of whipped cream over the cookies, followed by a vibrant layer of sliced fresh strawberries and blueberries. Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with whipped cream on top.
  3. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and place the icebox cake in the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  4. Once chilled, take the icebox cake out and let it sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes before slicing with a serrated knife. Serve immediately, garnishing with additional strawberries and blueberries if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This No-Bake Red White and Blue Icebox Cake is perfect for summer gatherings and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 1 month.

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