Cherry Or Blueberry Topped Ice Box Cake

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A no-bake layered dessert featuring creamy pudding, graham crackers, and sweet berry filling
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This classic ice box cake is the ultimate effortless dessert for potlucks, summer gatherings, or busy weeknights. It relies on the magic of time: as the graham crackers soak up the moisture from the creamy instant pudding, they soften into a tender, cake-like texture that requires no baking. The rich vanilla or chocolate pudding provides a smooth, indulgent base, while the sweet tartness of the cherry or blueberry pie filling adds a burst of fruity flavor and a beautiful pop of color on top. It&# 226;€™s a nostalgic treat that tastes far more complex than its simple ingredients suggest. Best made a few hours ahead to allow the layers to meld together, this dessert is cool, creamy, and undeniably satisfying.

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Cherry Or Blueberry Topped Ice Box Cake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 3601.4

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This classic ice box cake is the ultimate effortless dessert for potlucks, summer gatherings, or busy weeknights. It relies on the magic of time: as the graham crackers soak up the moisture from the creamy instant pudding, they soften into a tender, cake-like texture that requires no baking. The rich vanilla or chocolate pudding provides a smooth, indulgent base, while the sweet tartness of the cherry or blueberry pie filling adds a burst of fruity flavor and a beautiful pop of color on top. It&# 226;€™s a nostalgic treat that tastes far more complex than its simple ingredients suggest. Best made a few hours ahead to allow the layers to meld together, this dessert is cool, creamy, and undeniably satisfying.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Line the bottom of a 13x9-inch baking dish with a single layer of graham crackers, breaking them as needed to fit.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, pour in the cold milk.
  3. Sprinkle the instant pudding mix over the milk.
  4. Using an electric mixer on low speed, beat the mixture for 2 minutes until it is smooth and thickened.
  5. Let the pudding stand for 5 minutes to allow it to set further.
  6. Gently fold in the thawed non-dairy whipped topping until just combined.
  7. Spread half of the pudding mixture evenly over the first layer of graham crackers in the dish.
  8. Arrange another layer of graham crackers on top of the pudding.
  9. Spread the remaining pudding mixture over the second layer of crackers.
  10. Add a final top layer of graham crackers to cover the surface.
  11. Spread the cherry or blueberry pie filling evenly over the top layer of crackers.
  12. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until the crackers have softened to a cake-like consistency.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 3601.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 157.6g243%
Saturated Fat 34.7g174%
Cholesterol 2.4mg1%
Sodium 6158.1mg257%
Total Carbohydrate 461.0g154%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g82%
Sugars 40.5g
Protein 68.9g138%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: no-bake, ice box cake, graham cracker, pudding, cherry filling, blueberry, layered dessert, chilled, easy dessert, summer treat, potluck, vegetarian
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