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Easy Banana Icebox Cake Recipes

Easy Banana Icebox Cake Recipes

This no-bake banana icebox cake layers graham crackers, fresh bananas, and fluffy vanilla cream for an easy, make-ahead dessert that tastes like banana cream pie without the work.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 36 sheets graham crackers full sheets
  • 5 bananas ripe banana peeled and sliced
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream cold
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.125 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice optional, toss with banana slices to slow browning

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Line a 9x13 inch baking dish. Slice bananas into 0.25 inch coins; if using lemon juice, gently toss slices to coat and set aside.
  • Make the filling: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt on medium speed until smooth and fluffy.
  • In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream to medium-stiff peaks. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until no streaks remain.
  • Spread a very thin swipe of cream in the bottom of the dish to anchor the first layer. Arrange a single layer of graham cracker sheets, breaking as needed to cover the bottom.
  • Spread an even layer of cream over the crackers. Top with a single layer of banana slices, touching but not overlapping heavily.
  • Repeat layers (crackers, cream, bananas) until you have 3 to 4 layers, finishing with a smooth layer of cream on top. You should end with cream fully covering the surface.
  • Cover tightly and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight until the crackers soften into a cake-like texture.
  • Slice and serve cold. For extra-clean slices, freeze for 15 minutes before cutting.

Notes

For a lighter option, replace 0.5 of the cream cheese with Greek yogurt. Variation: swap the cream filling for 2 boxes of instant banana pudding prepared with cold milk. Best served within 24 hours; if making ahead, add fresh banana slices just before serving to keep the top looking fresh.