Chocolate Icebox Cake with ganache topping is rich and delicious. Everyone will go crazy over this easy icebox cake recipe.
Layers and layers of decadent chocolate make this cake recipe so delicious. It is a chocolate lovers dream and one of the Best Chocolate Desserts.
Did you try Oreo Icebox Cake Recipe? If you enjoyed that, you are going to love having a new recipe to try when you make this chocolate icebox cake. We also like to make Peanut Butter Icebox Cake and Red White and Blue Icebox Cake.
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Why We Love This Recipe
Not only is this recipe so tasty but it is so easy with simple ingredients. It all comes together quickly for a dessert in minutes. Chocolate ice box cake is a winner all around and no need to heat the oven.
From the chocolate layers and whipped topping to the chocolate chips, it is absolutely delicious. Try it for one of the best Father’s Day Desserts.
Ingredients
Ice Box Cake
- Chocolate Graham Crackers. These make the best layers. You can also use a layer of cookies such as Nabisco Chocolate Wafers.
- Cream Cheese. This needs to soften at room temperature.
- Powdered Sugar. Sift the powdered sugar for the smoothest and creamiest texture.
- Cool Whip. You can use store bought or you can make homemade whipped cream with a whisk attachment in minutes.
Ganache Topping
- Heavy Whipping Cream. The heavy cream blends into a rich and creamy topping.
- Chocolate Chips. Try to use the best quality chocolate you can find to make the chocolate ganache.
Optional Topping
- Mini Chocolate Chips. You can use regular size if that is what you have on hand but the mini is what we prefer.
The entire ingredients can be found at the bottom of the page.
How to Make Chocolate Icebox Cake
Step 1. Use a large bowl to combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar and cocoa powder on medium-speed. It needs to be smooth and fluffy with stiff peaks. I like to use a stand mixer but you can use a hand mixer.
Step 2. Second, gently fold in the whipped cream mixture.
Step 3. You will need an 8×8 pan. You can also use a loaf pan for a thicker narrower cake. Then layer the chocolate graham crackers in a single layer in the baking dish.
Step 4. Next, top with part of the cream cheese mixture. Spread it all over the top in an even layer over the layer of graham crackers. Keep repeating this process 2 more times.
Step 5. Finally, make the ganache topping. Put the ingredients for the topping in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals. Make sure to stir between each interval so it does not burn. Keep repeating the intervals until fully melted.
Step 6. Once the ganache is ready, pour it all over the cake. Top with the mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings if desired and chill. Then slice and serve.
Storage
Cover in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
Pro Tips
- Make in advance. Try to make this the day before. It is best if it can sit overnight in the fridge. The graham crackers need to be soft.
- Toss and go. I like to use disposable pans for the cake if I’m taking it to a potluck or cook out. It is nice being able to just toss the pan.
- Try extra toppings. While optional, the mini chocolate chips look so pretty on top and taste amazing. You can also try white chocolate, peanut butter or dark chocolate for a change. Sounds yummy!
- Coffee flavor. Add espresso powder to the cream cheese mixture for coffee flavor. I would start by adding 1 heaping spoonful and adjust according to how much coffee flavor you prefer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Overnight is preferred but 4 to 5 hours will work at a minimum. You just want the graham crackers to be softened.
This is optional but I like to top with mini chocolate chips. You can’t go wrong with more chocolate. Enjoy!
Traditionally, it is a layered dessert with graham crackers or some type of cookies. It can consist of fruit or chocolate and almost always has whipped cream in it.
The refrigerator or “icebox” is needed for this cake to set.
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- No Bake Cheerios Bars Recipe
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- Quick and Easy Fruity Pebble Bars
- No Bake Cherry Cheesecake Recipe
Do yourself a favor and make this cake recipe with layers of chocolate wafers, rich filling and ganache topping. Then leave a comment and star rating please!
Chocolate Icebox Cake
Ingredients
- Icebox Cake Ingredients:
- 1 Package of Chocolate Graham Crackers 16 oz.
- 12 oz Cream Cheese
- 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
- 8 oz Cool Whip thawed
- Ganache Topping Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1 cup Chocolate Chips
- Optional Topping:
- Mini Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar and cocoa powder until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- Then gently fold in the cool whip.
- Then layer the chocolate graham crackers in a single layer in the bottom of an 8X8 or 9X9 pan.
- Then top with ⅓ of the cream cheese mixture spreading it evenly over the top.
- Repeat this process 2 more times.
- Then make the ganache topping. Place the topping ingredients in a microwave safe bowl and heat in 30 second intervals (stirring between each interval) until the chips are melted and well combined.
- Pour the ganache topping evenly over the cake.
- Refrigerate for 4-5 hours (overnight is preferred) until the graham crackers have softened.
- Top with the mini chocolate chips if preferred. Serve and enjoy!
