Ingredients
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Before you get started, gather the following ingredients to make your Lemon Coconut Icebox Cake. These simple items come together to create a dessert that’s both delicious and visually appealing:
- 2 cups coconut whipped topping
- 1 cup lemon yogurt
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 box graham crackers
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Optional: fresh lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
Creating the Lemon Coconut Icebox Cake is a straightforward process that doesn’t require any baking. Follow these simple steps to assemble your cake:
- Prepare the Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the coconut whipped topping, lemon yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, and shredded coconut. Mix until well combined to form a smooth, creamy mixture.
- Layer the Base: Take a suitable dish and arrange a layer of graham crackers at the bottom. Ensure the crackers cover the base evenly.
- First Layer of Filling: Spread half of the lemon coconut mixture over the graham crackers, ensuring an even layer.
- Repeat Layers: Add another layer of graham crackers on top of the mixture. Then, spread the remaining lemon coconut mixture over this second layer of graham crackers.
- Top It Off: Optionally, sprinkle more shredded coconut on top for added texture and flavor.
- Refrigerate: Cover the dish with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. For best results, let it chill overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.
- Serve: Once chilled, slice the cake and serve it cold, garnished with fresh lemon slices if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 2g