I made this on a total whim…

It was one of those hot and sticky afternoons when the kids were asking for dessert, and the last thing I wanted to do was touch the oven. I had some coconut whipped cream, a box of grain-free cookies, and berries on the edge of going bad — and boom 💥 the idea hit me.

Let it chill overnight and wake up to a dreamy, soft, layered cake? Yes please.
This Icebox Cake became an instant mom win. It’s so simple, but feels like magic — the cookies soften, the cream sets, and the flavors all blend together into something that tastes way fancier than it is.

Plus, it’s made with clean ingredients you can feel good about. No refined sugar, no baking, no guilt.

🍓 No-Bake Icebox Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 6 hours or overnight
Total Time: 6 hrs 15 min
Serves: 8–10

Ingredients

• 2 cups coconut whipped cream (or homemade whipped cream)

• 1 box grain-free or simple ingredient cookies (I use almond flour-based)

• 1 cup fresh berries (sliced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

• 1–2 tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional, for sweetening the cream)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. 🥣 Whip the cream (if homemade): Use a chilled mixing bowl to whip coconut cream, maple syrup, and vanilla until fluffy.

2. 🍪 Layer cookies in the bottom of a loaf pan or square dish.

3. 🍦 Spread whipped cream over the cookie layer, then sprinkle with fresh berries.

4. 🔁 Repeat layers: cookies → cream → berries until all ingredients are used, ending with whipped cream on top.

5. ❄️ Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.

6. ✂️ Slice and serve chilled — top with extra berries or shaved dark chocolate if desired!

🍽️ Nutrition (per slice, serves 10)

Estimated based on coconut whipped cream and almond flour cookies.

• Calories: 210

• Protein: 3g

• Carbs: 16g

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugar: 9g

• Fat: 15g

💡 Sarah’s Tips

• Use any fruit you like! Bananas, peaches, or mango work beautifully too.

• Dairy-free? Stick with coconut cream or use a dairy-free store-bought whipped topping.

• Make it ahead: It actually gets better the next day!

• Want crunch? Top with crushed nuts or cacao nibs just before serving.

Why I Love It

This Icebox Cake is the easiest way to make a cool, creamy dessert that feels indulgent — but doesn’t leave you feeling weighed down. It’s my go-to for potlucks, pool days, or “just because” moments when the oven is off-limits and you want something sweet that’s still clean.