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Creamy Grandma’s No-Bake Icebox Cake

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A simple, no-bake icebox cake made with Cool Whip, instant vanilla pudding, and graham crackers. Perfect for a refreshing summer dessert that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 3/4 cups (650 ml) cold milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 tub (8 oz) Cool Whip, thawed (dairy-free alternative optional)
  • About 2 sleeves (8 oz total) graham crackers
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional toppings: fresh berries, shaved chocolate, toasted nuts

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until slightly thickened and smooth.
  2. Gently fold in the entire tub of thawed Cool Whip and vanilla extract using a spatula, being careful not to overmix.
  3. Spread a thin layer of the pudding mixture evenly on the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish.
  4. Arrange graham crackers side by side to cover the pudding layer.
  5. Spread another layer of the pudding mixture over the graham crackers.
  6. Repeat layering graham crackers and pudding mixture until ingredients are used, finishing with a pudding layer on top.
  7. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the graham crackers to soften.
  8. Before serving, optionally top with fresh berries, shaved chocolate, or toasted nuts.

Notes

Chilling overnight is best for perfect texture. Use fresh graham crackers for best softening. Fold Cool Whip gently to keep mixture airy. Slice with a serrated knife dipped in hot water for clean cuts. Variations include chocolate pudding, fruit layers, gluten-free and dairy-free substitutions.

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