Icebox cakes are what I turn to when I want a sweet treat to beat the heat.
During the summer, I like to avoid using my oven as often as possible.
Where I live, it stays around 100 degrees for about 6 months each year.
So finding great desserts to please my family and guests that don’t mean turning on the oven is just what I need.
What is an icebox cake?
Most simply, an icebox cake is a cake served cold or frozen.
For a long time, I thought that an icebox cake meant exclusively that it was a no-bake recipe.
I recently learned that not all icebox cakes are no-bake.
There are some creative cooks out there who are whipping up some great new poke style icebox cakes and other ways to put a new twist on a classic.
Since I’m planning our annual back yard barbecue soon, I wanted to find some great recipes for a great summertime dessert. And they are easy to make and will please the family.
Check out what we found.
There are some recipes that are sure to strike your fancy!
And I even found some icebox cakes that are perfect for other times of the year too.
Easy icebox cake recipes
Wow everyone with one of these easy Icebox Cakes at your next gathering!
Click on the links below to grab ALL of the recipes in this series.
No bake ice box cakes
No Bake Icebox Berry Cheesecake by Must have Mom
This no bake recipe is quick, easy, sweet, and refreshing.
Fluffy, creamy, and layered with fresh strawberries and blueberries, this scrumptious dessert also dresses up quite nicely for patriotic celebrations!
No-Bake Banana Split Cake by The Kitchen is my Playground
If you love banana splits, you will adore this sweet and creamy ice box cake.
Fluffy cream cheese filling is layered with bananas and pineapples for a summertime flavor celebration – complete with a cherry on top!
No Bake Strawberries & Cream Icebox Cake by Happy Deal Happy Day
Strawberry Shortcake is one of the most essential summertime desserts, but serving it at summer gatherings can be a pain.
This icebox cake gives you all the scrumptious flavors you crave, but even more delicious – and easy to serve to a crowd!
No Bake S’more Cake by Baking Beauty
If you love S’mores, this no-bake cake is worth a look.
Perfect for summer gatherings, it is made by layering graham crackers, whipping cream, marshmallows, and chocolate syrup.
Get all the flavors you love, even if no campfire is in sight!
No Bake Eclair Icebox Cake by Sugar Spice and Family Life
If you love chocolate eclairs but can’t imagine the work of whipping up a batch for dessert, you will love this no bake cake.
So simple, all you need is french vanilla pudding and graham crackers which are layered together and topped with chocolate ganache.
Decadent and delicious!
Cookie ice box cakes
Funfetti Oreo Icebox Cake by Homemade Interest
When is a cake not a cake?
When it’s a cake made of Oreo cookies!
Simply layer those tasty cookies with homemade whipped cream and let everything chill together in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight.
Cookies and cream heaven!
The Famous Chocolate Wafer Icebox Cake by The Kitchen Magpie
This simple cake is a classic in every way.
Simply pile layers of Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers with layers of fresh whipping cream and leave it to chill for a few hours in the refrigerator.
This sweet and creamy creation is the hit of any party or gathering!
Cake mix ice box cake
Raspberry Poke Cake by Mom Does Reviews
This sweet treat starts off with a basic box of cake mix, but once the cake is baked – the magic happens.
Drizzled with any flavor of red jello you enjoy, this poke cake becomes a festive, fruity delight – even before you top it with whipped cream and fresh raspberries!
Ice cream sandwich ice box cake
Patriotic Icebox Cake by Baking Beauty
The awesome icebox cake lets you show off your patriotic spirit without breaking a sweat.
The cake is actually a bunch of ice cream sandwiches piled together with whipped topping, crushed vanilla wafers, and vanilla pudding.
You know you want some!
Pudding icebox cake
Banana Pudding Cake by The Kitchen is my Playground
If you have a special weakness for banana pudding or banana cream pie, you need this banana pudding cake in your life.
The fluffy white poke cake is drenched in vanilla custard and covered with sliced bananas, whipped cream, and pecans.
Simply amazing!
Pudding Layer Pie by Saving You Dinero
This dessert is so simple, and absolutely addictive.
The crust is delightfully nutty, and filled with a layer of cream cheese cool whip and a layer of chocolate pudding.
Spread more cool whip over the top and good luck staying out of it while it chills for a few hours in the fridge!
Eggnog icebox cakes for the holidays
Eggnog Icebox Cake by Chicken Scratch NY
Icebox cake isn’t only for summer gatherings.
This amazing eggnog based cake is made by layering pudding with Pizzelle cookies for a super simple festive holiday dessert that everyone will love!
Vintage ice box cake made with lady fingers
Cherry Almond Icebox Cake by Vintage Recipe Project
This vintage recipe for an amazing ice box cake simply begs to be made.
The filling is a delightful mixture of butter, sugar, almonds, and maraschino cherries all blended together with fresh orange and lemon juice.
Layer it with lady fingers and serve chilled with whipped cream!
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We have some great margarita recipes that are always a hit. You may also want to try our Texas Peach sangria!
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Hi, I’m Jennifer. I love to cook and entertain. I have a lot of fun sharing traditional food and drink recipes as well as putting a new spin on the classics. I strive to provide easy to make recipes that are perfect for the home cook, bartender and entertainer.