Boston Cream Pie Icebox Cake – all the flavors of the infamous Boston Cream Pie in a quick and easy icebox cake. Great for those hot days when you don’t want to turn on the oven, or when you just don’t want to do all the work!
Sometimes you are craving a classic dessert like Boston Cream Pie, but don’t really want to go through the full process of baking a cake. That is where an icebox cake comes in. They are great to make in the summer when you don’t want to turn on the oven, or even when you are just feeling a little lazy.
Icebox cake recipes are super easy to make, just layering ingredients and letting it set up in the fridge before you serve. It sets up similar to a cake and makes a delicious dessert for any occasion. It serves quite a few people, so it is great for get togethers.
What is an Icebox Cake
Traditionally an icebox cake uses graham crackers with pudding or whipped cream that is staked in layers. It sets up in the fridge for a couple hours and the crackers get soft. When you slice into it, it is similar to the texture of a traditional cake. It almost tastes like a vanilla cake, but it is actually graham crackers. Key Lime Icebox Cake is a great citrus version.
You can really use anything to make an icebox cake. I have used Oreo’s, chocolate chip cookies, shortbread cookies and more. Pair chocolate pudding, whipped cream, and mint Oreo’s for a delicious chocolate and mint version! Ore use store bought chocolate chip cookies with vanilla pudding, hot fudge, whipped cream and M&M”s for a fun and colorful treat.
I call this icebox cake a Boston Cream Pie version, but it is also known as an Eclair cake. The flavor is very similar between the two, so if you want to call it a no bake eclair cake you definitely can! As soon as summer hits and it is hot outside, turning on the oven to bake something just doesn’t sound appealing anymore. But who goes a whole summer with out desserts? That just doesn’t happen. Which is were Icebox Cakes and other no bake desserts come in.
I am all about no bake desserts, like No Bake Monster Cookie Bars so you get the taste of your favorite cookie without the oven. You can also do a cheesecake that is super creamy. Like this No Bake Oreo Cheesecake. Still decadent like cheesecake you are used to, but no heat required.
If you like Boston Cream Pie you will love these Boston Cream Pie Parfaits I posted a few months ago as well. They are great for parties because you can make them ahead. Plus they are layered and just so pretty!
This icebox cake gives you all the flavors you want in the traditional dessert, but it is super easy to make, no oven required. The graham crackers get soft as you let the “cake” set in the fridge, so they really taste like cake when you serve it. I made this Strawberry Ice Box Cake last summer, and I see many more versions in our future!
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Boston Cream Pie Ice Box Cake
Boston Cream Pie Ice Box Cake - all the flavors of the infamous Boston Cream Pie in a quick and easy ice box cake. Great for those hot days when you don't want to turn on the oven, or when you just don't want to do all the work!
Ingredients
- 1 box graham crackers
- 2 boxes vanilla instant pudding mix
- 3 cups cold milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Topping
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup chocolate chip, (semi-sweet)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Using a mixer, mix heavy cream until you have soft peaks. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, and mix until stiff peaks. Set aside.
- Line a 13x9 inch baking dish with a layer of graham crackers. Break then into squares or smaller to make them fit.
- In a large bowl mix together 2 boxes of pudding mix with 3 cups of milk. Whisk until well combined. Fold in the prepared whipped cream.
- Pour 1/2 of pudding mixture over graham crackers. Repeat with another layer of crackers, and the remaining pudding. Top with a 3rd layer of graham crackers.
- In a small sauce pan mix together all of the ingredients for the chocolate topping. Whisk and cook until the sugar is dissolved, but do not boil. Cook for about 5 minutes over a very low simmer. You can test on your finger or taste to see if it is smooth and the sugar is dissolved
- Pour over graham crackers, spreading evenly.
- Place in fridge for 4-6 hours until chocolate is completely set.
Notes
Slightly adapted from 12 Tomatoes
http://12tomatoes.com/rc-boston-cream-icebox-cake/
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Nutrition Information
Yield
15Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 239Total Fat 15gSaturated Fat 9gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 5gCholesterol 39mgSodium 113mgCarbohydrates 25gFiber 0gSugar 19gProtein 3g
Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on dinnersdishesanddesserts.com should only be used as a general guideline.
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Jade Manning says
This looks AMAZING!!
Beth Pierce says
I loved making this cake and enjoyed eating it even more! So delicious!
Cathy says
Mmmm so perfect for summer get togethers!
LeAnn Carver says
I’ve been looking for this recipe that calls for homemade whipped cream and the sauce made in a pot versus chocolate frosting or using a microwave. Thank you!!
Kim Seghers says
Your dessert looks delicious and easy to make. I make a dessert very similar but, it’s not called what you call your dessert. I think the only thing different is I use a can of melted chocolate frosting.
Cathy says
Such a great summer twist on Boston Cream Pie!
Katerina @ diethood .com says
My favorite summer dessert!! This looks incredible!
Melanie Bauer says
Looks heavenly! Seriously drooling over this goodness, looking forward to trying this!
Sara Welch says
Love this classic dessert recipe! I haven’t had this in quite some time; you’ve inspired me to make this for dessert tonight! It looks perfect!
Beth Pierce says
What a great recipe for an ice box cake! I am excited to make this over the weekend; looks like a perfect summer dessert!
Kimberly says
So easy and so good, this is delicious!
Emily says
Can I make this cake ahead of time? Does it stay good in the fridge?
Erin S says
Yes, you can make it ahead. I probably wouldn’t make it more than 1 day ahead to make sure it stays set up and nice for serving.