Cinnamon Apple Icebox Cake Recipe
A refreshing and delicious Cinnamon Apple Icebox Cake featuring layers of cinnamon-spiced whipped cream, tart Granny Smith apples, and crunchy graham crackers. This no-bake dessert is easy to prepare and perfect for make-ahead occasions, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully after chilling in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Whipped Cream Mixture
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Fruit
- 3 cups fresh apples, thinly sliced (Granny Smith recommended)
- Juice of 1 lemon
Others
- 12 graham crackers
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Peel and thinly slice the fresh apples. Toss the sliced apples in lemon juice thoroughly to prevent them from browning and to maintain their crisp texture.
- Make the Whipped Cream: In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream along with light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. This usually takes about 3 to 5 minutes using a hand or stand mixer on medium-high speed.
- Layer the Cake: In a 9×13-inch pan, lay down a layer of graham crackers covering the bottom evenly. Spread a generous layer of the cinnamon whipped cream mixture over the crackers, then arrange a layer of the lemon-tossed sliced apples on top.
- Repeat Layers: Continue layering graham crackers, whipped cream, and apples until the pan is filled, finishing the top layer with the whipped cream mixture for a creamy, smooth topping.
- Chill and Set: Cover the assembled icebox cake with plastic wrap or foil. Refrigerate it for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the graham crackers to soften and the flavors to develop fully. Serve chilled for the best texture and taste.
Notes
- Use Granny Smith apples for a tart contrast that complements the sweet cinnamon cream.
- If you prefer, substitute graham crackers with digestive biscuits.
- For a firmer texture, chill the dessert overnight.
- Can be made a day ahead to enhance flavor integration.
- Use chilled heavy cream for easier whipping.
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