graham crackers Archives - Cooking Classy with a sprinkle of fancy Tue, 17 Sep 2024 18:25:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 44235149 Lemon Icebox Pie https://www.cookingclassy.com/lemon-icebox-pie/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/lemon-icebox-pie/#comments Mon, 26 Aug 2024 03:27:03 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=71771 Lemon Icebox Pie - is a silky smooth, light and fluffy, rich and creamy pie overflowing with vibrant lemon flavor. A chilled dessert that's such a tempting treat on a warm day!

Cut slice of lemon icebox pie being lifted from pie dish.

Decadent lemon pie made with a crisp graham cracker crust, a sweet and tangy, cream cheese infused, fresh lemon filling, and it's garnished with dollops of fluffy and clouds whipped cream atop.

It is similar to a key lime pie but no eggs required. This pie is truly a lemon lovers delight!

Why You'll Love This Lemon Pie

No bake option: This simple to make pie can also become a no-bake treat if you opt to go the route of a no-bake crust.

Versatility: You can also swap the crust out for various other cookie bases such as using vanilla wafers, biscotti cookies or gingersnaps. You could also make and almond flour type crust.

Then for the filling you may also opt to use lime juice and zest in place of lemon.

Storage life: It keeps well in the fridge for several days and this lemon icebox pie can even be frozen.

Lemon icebox pie shown from above. Two slices are cut from whole pie.

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S’mores Pie https://www.cookingclassy.com/smores-pie/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/smores-pie/#comments Thu, 03 Aug 2023 16:31:07 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=11769 This S'mores Pie is a mouth-watering dessert that will make you feel like a kid again. A crisp, buttery graham cracker crust is topped with a layer of rich, fudgy chocolate filling and it's finished with a billowy marshmallow fluff-like topping. It's an absolute dream! Of course, it's perfect for summer—but this pie is also an amazing companion to your Thanksgiving pumpkin pie.  

S'mores pie slice shown close up.

Easy S'mores Pie Recipe

Are you ready for a new favorite pie? With this dessert, you get all the classic s'mores flavors blended into a three-layered incredibly decadent pie that's served perfectly chilled and refreshing!

Usually, we all think of s'mores as a summer dessert, but thanks to this pie you can have a s'mores dessert any day of the year when the craving strikes. I love taking it to Thanksgiving dinner, because you definitely need some chocolate to compliment the pumpkin pie. Plus, this is an easy pie to make ahead of time and doesn't require the oven!

It begins with a simple homemade graham cracker base (I include a hint of salt to balance out the sweetness of the pie), then it's layered with a silky smooth chocolate filling that melts in your mouth, and topped with a meringue (the kind that will remind you of fluffy marshmallows).

And last but not least—it's toasted to a stunning golden brown finish with a culinary torch!

The only difficult part of making this pie is waiting to dive in. There may just be a slice missing when you take it to the party, it's just too irresistible!

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Raspberry Icebox Cake https://www.cookingclassy.com/raspberry-icebox-cake/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/raspberry-icebox-cake/#comments Tue, 27 Jul 2021 04:58:58 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=61297 Raspberry Icebox Cake is the rich and refreshing summer treat you need! Layered with graham crackers, homemade fresh raspberry cheesecake flavored mousse, and billowy whipped cream. So many layers of tempting deliciousness!

Two servings of raspberry icebox cake shown on vintage pewter plates.

What's an Icebox Cake?

It is a type of no-bake “cake” that is generally layered with crackers, wafers, or cookies which alternates with a cream filling. They can also include fruits, nuts, and other mix-ins and they come in various flavors such as chocolate or strawberry.

After assembly, the icebox cake is set in the fridge to rest while the cracker layer absorbs some of the moisture from the cream filling and softens and becomes cake-like. I've seen others try this with chocolate wafers or chocolate graham crackers too!

Since the cake is served cold it’s a great dessert for hot summer days.

This icebox cake, which is made with fresh raspberries, is my favorite version. It’s adapted from my fluffy Raspberry Cheesecake Mousse, but instead of individual cups, it’s layered into a pretty cake-like form. (Maybe we should try blueberries?)

In this recipe, you can appreciate that we ditch any Cool Whip or pudding mix (often found in icebox cakes) and make the filling and topping from scratch with heavy whipping cream. Trust me it’s a thousand times better!

This dessert is decadent, fruity, fluffy, creamy, fresh, flavorful, lightly tangy, perfectly sweet, and just beyond tasty!

It’s the dessert that’s worth every bit of effort and it will earn high praise at the dinner table.

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Pumpkin Cheesecake https://www.cookingclassy.com/pumpkin-cheesecake/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/pumpkin-cheesecake/#comments Sat, 14 Nov 2020 05:17:18 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=57905 Pumpkin Cheesecake - such an impressive autumn dessert recipe! It's boasting of tempting pumpkin and spice flavor, it's luxuriously rich, silky smooth and the flavor is exceptionally delicious! It's sure to be the crowning finish of any meal.

Close up image of slice of pumpkin cheesecake that is topped with caramel sauce and whipped cream.

Perfect Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe

So what makes this dessert so special? It tastes like a classic cheesecake meets a warmly spiced pumpkin pie both blended into one irresistible and ultra decadent dessert.

In other words move over pumpkin pie, there's a new competitor at the holiday table that's sure to get rave reviews!

And after many years of making this dessert I've perfected it!

Plus it's actually easier to make than you'd think. Just follow this simple guide and the step-by-step photos while keeping to the tips, such as drying the pumpkin, using a water bath and softening the cream cheese well for a lump-free cheesecake.

Then the hardest part is waiting for it to set in the fridge, patience pays off once you're savoring every last bite.

Serve well chilled and top it to your hearts content.Overhead image of six slices of pumpkin cheesecake on a white serving platter.

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Nanaimo Bars https://www.cookingclassy.com/nanaimo-bars/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/nanaimo-bars/#comments Sat, 01 Aug 2020 07:18:49 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=3532 Nanaimo Bars - a deliciously tempting treat made with decadent chocolate, honey sweetened graham crackers, crunchy nuts, rich butter and custard powder. A no-bake dessert that's a summer must!

Image of four stacked Nanaimo bars with two resting on the side.

What is a Nanaimo Bar?

Some of you are likely asking, what are Nanaimo Bars? They are a popular Canadian confection, basically a layered bar cookie, that to me tastes very similar to a richly chocolaty, loaded fudge. They are named after the west coast city of Nanaimo, British Columbia.

They consist of 3 layers, a cracker crumb and chocolate base, a custard flavored icing and then they're finished with a chocolate coating.

The instructions for these treats may appear to be long and tedious but these tasty treats are surprisingly super simple to make. They are a no-bake bar, after all.

After one taste you'll be wondering where these delicacies have been your whole life!

What do they taste like?

To me they are reminiscent of fudge, or an Almond Joy - but much better of course. It's something about the chocolate, almond coconut combo. A great combination!

Watch the Video!

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Mini Cheesecakes https://www.cookingclassy.com/cheesecake-cupcakes/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/cheesecake-cupcakes/#comments Thu, 18 Jun 2020 05:00:00 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=5901 The BEST Mini Cheesecakes - they're perfectly rich and creamy, with a melt-in-your-mouth texture and an irresistible flavor! These are completely delicious in every way, and there are so many ways to top them.

Over the years these have been a super popular recipe with readers and they're a personal favorite. Everywhere I take these, people love them, no one can resist!

Mini cheesecake shown on a dessert plate unwrapped from cupcake liner. It is topped with whipped cream, fresh raspberry and mint.Mini Cheesecakes

I've made these mini cheesecakes countless times; they really are one of my all-time favorite desserts!

They have the most heavenly flavor, the perfect amount of sweetness, a luscious texture, and the ways to finish with a final topping are endless. Plus this individual cupcake serving size is just so fun!

Let's not forget to mention they are actually super easy to make! No special water bath is required and clean up is a breeze since they are baked in cupcake liners.

After one taste of these, you'll understand why they are so popular. There's just so much to love about these!

They really are the perfect thing to make for any get-together or celebration, 365 days of the year. And the recipe can be doubled to make 24 for a larger crowd if you need more.

7 More Mini Cheesecake Recipes to Try

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Best Cheesecake Recipe https://www.cookingclassy.com/cheesecake-recipe/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/cheesecake-recipe/#comments Tue, 26 Nov 2019 06:54:29 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=49814 The BEST Cheesecake recipe! If there's one thing I know how to make it's a perfect cheesecake, it's long been one of my all time favorite foods! This always comes out with an unmatched perfectly rich and creamy flavor and a silky smooth and melt-in-your-mouth luscious texture.

Slice of cheesecake on a white dessert plate sitting over a turquoise cloth. Cheesecake is decorated with whipped cream, raspberries and mint.

Perfect Easy Cheesecake Recipe

One of the first things I learned how to bake was cheesecake. This was 15+ years ago and since then I've learned all the tips and tricks to perfecting it. And guess what? It's actually really easy to make and following a few simple instructions and tips it's basically foolproof.

What Makes the Best Cheesecake?

Simple and rich ingredients and a good method make the best classic cheesecake.

That includes using a generous amount of cream cheese, along with sour cream and heavy cream. I've tried several different blends but this trio of decadence is the one I always come back to.

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Key Lime Pie https://www.cookingclassy.com/key-lime-pie/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/key-lime-pie/#comments Fri, 22 Mar 2019 17:09:51 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=18105 My favorite Key Lime Pie! It's deliciously rich and creamy thanks to the sweetened condensed milk and sour cream and it has the perfect amount of zesty, bright lime flavor.

Each bite truly just melts in your mouth. Just be sure to finish it with fluffy whipped cream for an over-the-top, incredibly enticing dessert!

Slice of Best Key Lime Pie on white scalloped dessert plate set over a maroon napkin.

The Best Key Lime Pie Recipe!

Key lime pie is a great dessert year round but doesn't something about it just scream spring and summer?

It's so vibrant and refreshing and I love that is an easy to make pie that doesn't require a whole lot of extra effort.

The simple filling comes together in no time and its so nice that it uses a graham cracker crust so you don't have to wait for dough to chill and it doesn't make the big floury mess all over the counter (and the floor, and your clothes if you're a messy baker like me).

Plus, it's a flavor pairing that's just meant to be the way the honey graham cracker flavor blends with the creamy lime flavor is the perfect match.

The great thing about this pie is that it fancy enough for the holidays but it's easy enough for an after dinner weekend treat. Any of the 365 days of the year are the perfect day to make this decadently luscious pie!

Watch the Key Lime Pie Video!

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Whole key lime pie with one slice removed. Pie is decorated with swirls of whipped cream around the edges and mini lime slices.

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Magic Bars (only 6 ingredients!) https://www.cookingclassy.com/six-layer-magic-bars-6-ingredients/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/six-layer-magic-bars-6-ingredients/#comments Fri, 08 Mar 2019 17:13:38 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=25361 Magic Cookie Bars are one of the easiest desserts you can make! Layered with butter graham cracker layer, chocolate chips, coconut and sweetened condensed milk. A dangerously addictive treat you'll want to make again and again!

Stack of Magic Cookie Bars with 7 layers.

Magic Cookie Bars with so Many Layers of Decadence!

These 6 layer bars (or as some refer to as 7 Layer Bars) are a dream come true! There's just so much decadence in this one simple dessert and people of all ages always love them.

You'll love there's nothing complicated here and they don't take too long to make.

If you are new to baking this is a great place to start. All you really have to do is spread the ingredients into layers in a baking dish and bake to melted gooey perfection.

Just be warned these things are dangerously addictive! As in you may have this great plan to eat a tiny square and gift the rest, not gonna happen. It will be more like the other way around!

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Berry Cheesecake Fruit Salad https://www.cookingclassy.com/berry-cheesecake-fruit-salad/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/berry-cheesecake-fruit-salad/#comments Fri, 01 Jun 2018 03:03:01 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=38202 Berry Cheesecake Fruit Salad will likely always be a favorite of mine. It tastes just like eating a slice of cheesecake with fruit topping. It's rich, creamy, fluffy and it's jam packed with sweet fresh fruit. It's just absolutely heavenly.

And the great thing here is that it's mostly fruit covered with a cheesecake topping versus a super calorie heavy slice of cheesecake with a little fruit. So I'd say this is a smarter choice than a slice of cheesecake and it fills that craving so why not??

Berry Cheesecake Fruit Salad

Why I love this Fruit Salad

Cheesecake and fruit are two of my favorite foods so it only makes sense to combine them. And don't you just love the way a homemade berry sauce pairs with a slice of rich cheesecake, so again why not combine those flavors into a fruit salad? It's just meant to be.

We've all had the bad fruit salads that have things like artificial whipped topping and fruit cocktail in syrup but here we skip all that and stick to real ingredients and fresh fruit. It's wayyyy better! Try this and you'll see what I mean. Those 80's fruit salads don't stand a chance.

photo of fresh berries for berry cheesecake fruit salad

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