Black Forest Ice Box Cake
Indulge in the delightful layers of our Black Forest Ice Box Cake, where rich chocolate and tart cherries come together in a creamy, no-bake dessert. Perfect for any gathering or a simple weeknight treat, this cake is not only easy to make but also visually stunning. With minimal effort, you can impress your family and friends with this luscious dessert that promises to be the star of the table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 25 minute
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chocolate wafer cookies
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup sour cherries (canned or frozen, drained)
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by gathering them on your countertop.
- In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Dip chocolate wafer cookies briefly in chocolate syrup and layer them at the bottom of your dish.
- Spread half of the whipped cream over the cookie layer, followed by half of the cherries. Repeat these layers until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Cut into squares and serve cold, drizzling additional chocolate syrup on top if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For a richer flavor, use fresh cherries when in season. Customize your cake by adding crushed nuts or using graham crackers instead of chocolate wafers for a different twist.