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Mocha Cookies and Cream Icebox Cake

Indulgent Mocha Cookies and Cream Icebox Cake to Impress

This Mocha Cookies and Cream Icebox Cake is a no-bake dessert combining rich mocha flavors with creamy layers, perfect for impressing guests.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: easy cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360

Ingredients
  

Ganache
  • 1 cup heavy cream Use chilled for better volume.
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Dark chocolate can be used for richer flavor.
Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup heavy cream Whipped until soft peaks form and holds shape.
  • ½ cup powdered sugar Granulated sugar can be used, but requires more whisking.
Cake Layers
  • ½ cup brewed coffee For a non-coffee option, substitute with milk.
  • 20 cookies Oreo Cookies Can use gluten-free Oreos.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • loaf pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 cup of heavy cream over medium heat until just about to boil, then pour over 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and stir until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of powdered sugar. Whip on medium speed until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Dip each Oreo cookie into ½ cup of brewed coffee and layer them in the bottom of a loaf pan. Spread half of the whipped cream over the cookies, then drizzle half of the ganache on top. Repeat the layers, finishing with ganache.
  4. Cover the loaf pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  5. Remove the cake from the fridge, slice into thick pieces, and serve on a decorative plate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 45mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Wrap tightly in plastic wrap before storing. Store in the freezer for up to 2 months and thaw overnight in the fridge.

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