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Mocha Icebox Cake Recipe

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This Mocha Icebox Cake is a decadent no-bake dessert featuring layers of gluten-free chocolate chip cookies and a rich mocha-flavored cream cheese filling. Chilled to perfection, this cake combines smooth creaminess with the bold flavors of espresso and cocoa, offering a delightful treat for chocolate and coffee lovers alike.

  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Cookies

  • About 20 gluten-free chocolate chip cookies

Filling

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp espresso powder
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Whip the Cream Cheese: Add the softened cream cheese to a stand mixer or a large mixing bowl. Using the whisk attachment or an electric mixer, whip it until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add Heavy Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and continue whipping until smooth and combined, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl if needed.
  3. Mix in Dry Ingredients: Add the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, espresso powder, and vanilla extract to the cream mixture. Whip everything together until stiff peaks form, indicating the filling is thick and holds its shape well.
  4. Prepare the Pan and Layer Cookies: Line the bottom and edges of a metal loaf pan with plastic wrap for easy removal. Arrange an even layer of the gluten-free chocolate chip cookies at the bottom, breaking some cookies if necessary to cover the entire surface.
  5. Layer the Filling and Cookies: Spread about half of the mocha filling evenly over the cookie layer. Then add another layer of cookies, followed by the remaining mocha filling, smoothing the top surface carefully.
  6. Chill the Cake: Cover the loaf pan and refrigerate the cake for at least 8 hours to allow it to set and the flavors to meld. Alternatively, you can freeze it for about 4 hours for a firmer texture.
  7. Serve: When ready to enjoy, remove the pan from the fridge or freezer, carefully invert it onto a serving platter, and peel off the plastic wrap. Slice into portions and serve chilled or slightly frozen.

Notes

  • Traditionally, icebox cakes are served chilled from the fridge, but freezing the cake makes it firmer and easier to slice.
  • For a different texture, gluten-free graham crackers can be used in place of chocolate chip cookies.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smooth filling without lumps.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/mocha-icebox-cake-recipe/