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Easy No-Bake Honey Ice Box Cake Recipe | Lazy Baker's Delight!
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Easy No-Bake Honey Ice Box Cake Recipe | Lazy Baker's Delight!
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Easy No-Bake Honey Ice Box Cake Recipe | Lazy Baker's Delight!

Discover an incredibly easy, no-bake honey cake recipe, perfect for busy individuals or those without an oven! Inspired by Samin Nosrat, this Russian honey ice box cake features layers of burnt honey dulce de leche, sour cream, cinnamon whipped cream, and graham crackers for a hassle-free, delicious dessert.
#No-Bake
#Dessert
#Honey Cake
#Easy Recipe
#Ice Box Cake
#Samin Nosrat
Finished Honey Ice Box Cake Slice
Finished Honey Ice Box Cake Slice

Recipe Information

25m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
40m
Total Time
8
Servings
Easy
Russian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
450
Calories
6g
Protein
55g
Carbs
25g
Fat
Cake with layers visible
Cake with layers visible

Ingredients

  • Graham Crackers
    (Approximately 18 sheets)

    1 package (14.4 oz)
  • Heavy Cream
    (Cold, for whipping)

    2 cups
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  • Powdered Sugar
    (Adjust to taste)

    1 cup
  • Ground Cinnamon
    (Or more, to taste)

    1 tsp
  • Vanilla Extract
    (Pure vanilla extract)

    1 tsp
  • Sour Cream
    (Full fat for best results)

    1 cup
  • Honey
    (For burnt honey dulce de leche)

    1 cup
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  • Sweetened Condensed Milk
    (For burnt honey dulce de leche)

    1 can (14 oz)
  • Salt
    (To balance flavors in dulce de leche)

    1 tsp
Servings: 8
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Top view of the chilled cake
Top view of the chilled cake

Instructions

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  • 1

    Prepare the Burnt Honey Dulce de Leche: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the honey, condensed milk, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture darkens to a rich amber color and thickens, about 10-15 minutes. Be careful not to burn it. Let cool slightly.
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    Prepare the Burnt Honey Dulce de Leche: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the honey, condensed milk, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture darkens to a rich amber color and thickens, about 10-15 minutes. Be careful not to burn it. Let cool slightly.
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    Stir continuously to prevent sticking and ensure even caramelization.
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    Whip the Cinnamon Cream: In a large bowl, combine the cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
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    Whip the Cinnamon Cream: In a large bowl, combine the cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
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    Ensure cream is very cold for best whipping results.
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  • 3

    Assemble the Cake Layers: Spread a thin layer of the burnt honey dulce de leche on the bottom of an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) pan or serving dish. Arrange a single layer of graham crackers over the dulce de leche, breaking them to fit as needed.
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    Assemble the Cake Layers: Spread a thin layer of the burnt honey dulce de leche on the bottom of an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) pan or serving dish. Arrange a single layer of graham crackers over the dulce de leche, breaking them to fit as needed.
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    Use a flexible spatula for easy spreading of the dulce de leche.
  • 4

    Continue Layering: Spread a generous layer of the cinnamon whipped cream over the graham crackers. Then, spoon dollops of sour cream over the whipped cream and gently spread. Repeat layers of graham crackers, dulce de leche, whipped cream, and sour cream until all components are used, ending with a layer of cream.
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    Continue Layering: Spread a generous layer of the cinnamon whipped cream over the graham crackers. Then, spoon dollops of sour cream over the whipped cream and gently spread. Repeat layers of graham crackers, dulce de leche, whipped cream, and sour cream until all components are used, ending with a layer of cream.
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    Don't press down too hard on the layers to keep the cake light.
  • 5

    Chill and Garnish: Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the crackers to soften and the flavors to meld. Before serving, garnish with extra crushed graham crackers, a drizzle of honey, or a dusting of cinnamon.
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    Chill and Garnish: Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the crackers to soften and the flavors to meld. Before serving, garnish with extra crushed graham crackers, a drizzle of honey, or a dusting of cinnamon.
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    Overnight chilling yields the best texture and flavor.
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