{"id":1975150,"date":"2024-03-27T17:05:12","date_gmt":"2024-04-11T20:57:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&p=1975150"},"modified":"2024-04-12T15:45:01","modified_gmt":"2024-04-12T20:45:01","slug":"strawberry-icebox-cake","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/strawberry-icebox-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Strawberry Icebox Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"

Strawberry desserts abound in the summertime, but any recipe that requires an oven on a hot day\u2014even ones full of ruby red berries\u2014is not ideal. That\u2019s where this strawberry icebox cake shines. No-bake, chilled and filled with one of June\u2019s best fruits, it\u2019s a sheer delight during the summer. Pierce a fork through the layers of soft graham crackers, fresh strawberries and cool whipped cream, and enjoy.<\/p>\n

What is icebox cake?<\/h2>\n

An icebox cake is a no-bake dessert that is built into a pan. It is made of layers of whipped cream, fresh fruit and graham crackers or cookies. It\u2019s then stored in the refrigerator for at least a few hours so the graham crackers can soften up for easier cutting and eating.<\/p>\n

The icebox cake was invented before modern refrigeration was commonplace in every household. So, to keep this chilled cake cool, it was stored in something called an icebox: a cupboard or hutch that was lined with large blocks of ice to keep foods cold. This sweet treat was popular back then for the same reasons as it is today. It’s easy to throw together and you don\u2019t have to turn on the oven.<\/p>\n

Ingredients for Strawberry Icebox Cake<\/h2>\n