Graham crackers layered with whipped cream, lemon curd and a pile of fresh raspberries! This Lemon Raspberry Icebox Cake is an EASY no bake dessert for Spring!
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Tell me you love icebox cakes as much as I do.
But really, what is there not to love? A few simple ingredients and a few hours in the fridge and you have one of the most delicious desserts you’ve ever had. It seems like a win-win situation to me!
Icebox cakes are kind of a new obsession for me. I don’t recall my mom making any icebox cakes (or maybe they just weren’t as famous as her Chocolate Chip Cookies…), and so I feel like a latecomer to the phenomenon.
But now I’m totally hooked. I have this Snickers Apple Icebox Cake from last month, and this Black Forest Icebox Cake, and this Caramel Apple Golden Oreo Icebox Cake. But I have sooooo many more variations I’m dreaming up, this is guaranteed not to be the last one you see here this summer!
Lemon and berries is one of The Best combinations for Spring, am I right? I know you know I’m right because you love these Baked Lemon Blueberry Doughnuts, and this Lemon Blueberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake.
Today I’ve teamed up with Driscoll’s to bring you your next favorite Spring dessert: Lemon Raspberry Icebox Cake.
The components of this recipe are really pretty simple, and there are lots of options for swapping out some of the homemade parts for a store bought alternative to make things even easier if you are really pressed for time. But there is no alternative to those gorgeous fresh raspberries. They make this such a gorgeous (but easy!) dessert for summer entertaining.
NOTES:
- You can swap with whipped cream for whipped topping. I get the convenience of whipped topping, and I definitely use it every once in a while, but for a dessert that is this easy to begin with and has so few ingredients, I really like to use THE BEST ingredients to make it extra special.
- You can buy a jar of lemon curd instead of making your own. I have actually never tried store bought lemon curd — is that crazy?! So I really can’t attest to the difference in quality or taste between store bought and homemade. But it’s a simple switch to save you time if you need it. Here is my recipe for homemade lemon curd.
- You can jazz it up with vanilla or lemon pudding, cream cheese, yadda yadda yadda…. but I kept it simple. Feel free to experiment with the recipe!
***MY RECIPE for Homemade Lemon Curd
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See how easy it is to make!
No Bake Lemon Raspberry Icebox Cake
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream 35%
- 1/3 cup powdered icing sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup lemon curd see recipe link above
- 9-10 large graham crackers
- 2.5 cups raspberries
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whip cream until soft peaks form. Add the sugar and vanilla and whip until stiff peaks form. Fold in lemon curd (it's okay to leave a lemon swirl and not mix completely!).
- In the bottom of a 8x8" pan, lay half of the graham crackers (enough to cover the bottom in a single layer). Spread with half of the whipped cream filling, and top with half of the raspberries.
- Repeat layers one more time, pressing the graham crackers down gently, using the remaining ingredients.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight, until crackers have softened. Serve and enjoy!
Leslie G Swisher says
Safe travels ! Great Blog! will be fun to keep track of you.
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Leslie!
Elizabeth Vlug says
Oh late to the party once again. Have spent too many hours viewing your youtube videos. lol. I have never had an icebox cake, but that is going to change. Making this one very soon. Thanks for sharing.
Ashley Fehr says
Haha, thanks Elizabeth! They are so easy and perfect for summer!
Alaina @ A Not So Quiet Kitchen says
I’ve never made an Icebox cake!! This looks so delicious! And what’s better than a no bake dessert on a hot summer day? Tasty treats without heating up your kitchen, double win!! 🙂
Ashley Fehr says
Thank you Alaina!
Izzy @ She Likes Food says
I saw the Barefood Contessa make an icebox cake once and I’ve wanted one ever since! I love raspberries and lemons together so I’m all over this flavor combo! I need to move closer to you so I can help you eat all of your delicious desserts!
Jess @ Sweetest Menu says
Ashley, this looks magical! Seriously delish! I love the combo of lemon and raspberry. Pinned!
Kelly says
Yay for icebox cakes, this one is SOOO pretty!:) I love the lemon and raspberry combo! So simple and just perfect for summer!
marcie says
I’ve never made an icebox cake, which is ridiculous! I really need to get on the bandwagon because it’s too easy and would definitely be a hit at my house. I love these flavors, Ashley — that lemon curd with the raspberries sounds incredible!
Annie says
Yes!! I’m hooked on icebox cakes too! I made a couple for the friends that helped us move and it was SO EASY! I don’t know why I don’t make them more!! I love this flavor combo!
Malinda @Countryside Cravings says
You know, I have never made or tried an icebox cake!! Crazy!! This looks so pretty and I love how easy it is!! Oh and homemade lemon curd is definitely better! 🙂
Rachel @ Bakerita says
This is one of the most beautiful, summery desserts I’ve seen! It looks so delicious and I adore how quick and simple it is to put together. Swoon!
Laura @ Laura's Culinary Adventures says
What a bright and fresh dessert! So perfect for summer! Yum!
Danielle says
I think lemons and raspberries have to be my favorite dessert combination in the world. This icebox cake looks so so so good, Ashley! I love easy no-bake desserts too, so this sounds perfect.
Ashley Fehr says
Mine too Danielle! Thanks!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
I definitely love me an icebox cake! They are easy and seriously delicious, making them perfect in my book! This one looks ultimately delicious, Ashley! Love the lemon and raspberry combo! So pretty! I need to be stuffing my face with one of these right now! Pinned! Cheers!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Chey!
Medha says
Love all the lemon curd in here! I’m a sucker for a cool lemon dessert.
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Medha! Me too!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
Icebox cakes are my absolute favorite! I love that they’re no-bake and so easy to customize, depending on your tastes. Such a great idea to use lemon curd in here, Ashley! Sounds SO good on a hot summer day!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Gayle! I totally agree — I have so many more variations I’ve been dreaming up!