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Easy No-Bake Peach Icebox Cake: Best Summer Dessert

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This No-Bake Peach Icebox Cake is the ultimate summer dessert—layers of sweet cream, ripe peaches, and buttery graham crackers come together in about 20 minutes of hands-on work, then chill to perfection. It’s a crowd-pleaser that requires no oven and tastes even better the next day.

Ingredients

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  • 4 to 5 medium ripe but firm peaches, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 standard box (about 14 to 16 full sheets) honey-flavored graham crackers
  • 2 cups (480 ml) cold heavy whipping cream
  • 8 ounces (226 grams) full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • Pinch of fine sea salt
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves, additional peach slices, or a light dusting of cinnamon for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Peaches: Wash and peel the peaches. Slice into thin, even pieces (about 1/4 inch thick). Toss with lemon juice to prevent browning and set aside.
  2. Whip the Cream: In a large mixing bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form (about 3-4 minutes). Be careful not to overwhip.
  3. Make the Cream Cheese Base: In another large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes). Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then beat until well combined and fluffy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  4. Fold It All Together: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula, using a gentle sweeping motion from the bottom up. Add the pinch of salt and fold one more time until the mixture is light, airy, and uniform.
  5. Layer the Cake: Spread a thin layer (about 2 tablespoons) of the cream mixture on the bottom of a 9×5-inch loaf pan or 8×8-inch dish. Place a single layer of graham crackers on top, breaking them as needed to cover the bottom completely.
  6. Add the First Layer of Filling: Spread about one-third of the remaining cream mixture evenly over the graham crackers. Arrange a layer of peach slices on top, overlapping slightly to cover the cream completely.
  7. Repeat the Layers: Add another layer of graham crackers, pressing down gently. Spread another third of the cream mixture, then another layer of peaches. Repeat one more time, ending with a final layer of graham crackers. Spread the remaining cream mixture over the top layer, making sure it’s completely covered.
  8. Chill the Cake: Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap or parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, but overnight is ideal.
  9. Serve and Enjoy: Remove the cake from the fridge. Run a knife around the edges to loosen. Slice directly in the pan or invert onto a serving plate. Use a sharp knife to cut clean slices, wiping the blade between cuts. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and extra peach slices if desired.

Notes

For best results, use full-fat cream cheese and cold heavy cream. Let the cream cheese soften at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before starting. Do not rush the chilling time—overnight is ideal for the graham crackers to soften properly. If peaches are very ripe, pat them dry with paper towels to prevent a watery cake. A serrated knife works best for slicing cleanly.

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