Decadent Black Forest Icebox Cake
A no-bake dessert featuring layers of chocolate cookies, whipped cream, and cherries, perfect for guests or weekly indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
Scale
- Chocolate Wafer Cookies
- 2 cups (480 ml) Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/4 cup (30 g) Powdered Sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Vanilla Extract
- Canned Cherry Pie Filling
- Dark Chocolate Shavings (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups (480 ml) of heavy whipping cream, 1/4 cup (30 g) of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of vanilla extract. Beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
- Spread a thin layer of whipped cream on the bottom of a 9×13-inch glass dish. Place a single layer of chocolate wafer cookies over the cream, ensuring they fit snugly.
- Spoon half of the cherry pie filling evenly over the cookies, followed by a layer of whipped cream. Smooth the cream with an offset spatula.
- Add another layer of cookies, followed by the remaining cherry pie filling, and top with whipped cream. Continue layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with whipped cream.
- Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Before serving, shave dark chocolate over the top for a decadent finish.
Notes
[‘Use cold cream for faster whipping and better texture.’, ‘Allow the cake to chill overnight for the best flavor and texture.’, ‘Spread whipped cream evenly to ensure balanced layers.’, ‘Use a vegetable peeler on a bar of dark chocolate for elegant curls.’, ‘Drain fresh cherries thoroughly to prevent soggy cookies.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 2
Keywords: Black Forest Cake, Icebox Cake, No-Bake Dessert, Chocolate Dessert, Cherry Dessert, Easy Dessert Recipe