Healthy Fact of the Day: Mocha Chocolate Icebox Cake is a delightful no-bake dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and coffee. This recipe, when made with dark chocolate and minimal added sugar, provides a decadent yet lighter option for those sweet cravings.
Now, let’s dive into the recipe!
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Mocha Chocolate Icebox Cake
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- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- 2 packages (about 9 oz each) chocolate wafers or chocolate graham crackers
- Dark chocolate, grated (for garnish)
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- In a small bowl, dissolve instant coffee granules in hot water. Let it cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until it forms soft peaks.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the whipped cream. Continue to whip until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the dissolved coffee into the whipped cream, creating a mocha-flavored whipped cream.
- On a serving plate or in a dish, spread a thin layer of the mocha whipped cream to act as a base.
- Place a layer of chocolate wafers or chocolate graham crackers on top of the whipped cream.
- Spread a layer of mocha whipped cream over the chocolate layer.
- Repeat the process, alternating between chocolate layers and mocha whipped cream, until you have used all the ingredients. Ensure the top layer is mocha whipped cream.
- Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the cake to set.
- Before serving, garnish the Mocha Chocolate Icebox Cake with grated dark chocolate.
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Slice and enjoy this luscious and indulgent dessert with a cup of coffee or on its own!
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