🥜 Peanut Butter Icebox Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
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2 cups heavy whipping cream
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8 oz cream cheese (softened)
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1 cup creamy peanut butter
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3/4 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 package of graham crackers (or chocolate graham crackers for extra flavor)
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Optional toppings: chocolate syrup, crushed peanuts, mini chocolate chips, or Reese’s crumbles
Instructions:
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Make the peanut butter filling:
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In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy.
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Add the powdered sugar and vanilla; mix until fully combined.
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Whip the cream:
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In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.
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Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until well incorporated.
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Assemble the cake:
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In a 9×9 inch (or similar) dish, lay down a layer of graham crackers, breaking them as needed to fit.
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Spread 1/3 of the peanut butter mixture over the graham crackers.
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Repeat the layers (graham crackers + filling) until you finish with a layer of the peanut butter mixture on top.
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Chill:
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the cake to set and the graham crackers to soften.
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Serve:
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Top with your favorite garnishes just before serving.
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Slice and enjoy cold!
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Let me know if you’d like a chocolate version, a vegan option, or a smaller batch!