Easy Keto Cookies & Cream Icebox Cake (No-Bake, Sugar-Free & Delightful!)

Easy Keto Cookies & Cream Icebox Cake (No-Bake, Sugar-Free & Delightful!)

Indulge in a nostalgic treat with this Easy Keto Cookies & Cream Icebox Cake! Layers of crispy low-carb cookies are softened by a creamy, subtly flavored sugar-free whipped topping, then chilled to perfection. This no-bake dessert is incredibly simple to assemble and perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings while staying keto-friendly, sugar-free, and gluten-free (with appropriate cookie choice)!

Yields: 8 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Chill time: At least 1 hour (preferably 4+ hours or overnight)

Ingredients:

• 2 boxes Catalina Crunch Vanilla Crème Cookies (or your favorite keto-friendly, low-carb sandwich cookies)
• 1 (8-ounce) tub sugar-free whipped topping (like Cool Whip Zero Sugar)
• 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
• ½ teaspoon banana extract (optional, but adds a unique flavor twist)
• Sugar-free rainbow sprinkles, for garnish (optional, check for keto-friendly brands)

Equipment:

• 8×8 inch baking pan or square dish
• Small shallow bowl (for dipping cookies)
• Medium mixing bowl
• Spatula or spoon

Instructions:

1. Prepare Whipped Topping: In a medium mixing bowl, gently fold the ½ teaspoon banana extract into the sugar-free whipped topping until evenly combined. Set aside.
2. First Cookie Layer: Pour the unsweetened vanilla almond milk into a small shallow bowl.
   • Take each Catalina Crunch Vanilla Crème Cookie and quickly dip it into the almond milk. Do not soak, just a quick dip on both sides to moisten.
   • Arrange a single layer of the dipped cookies in the bottom of your 8×8 inch baking pan. You may need to break some cookies to fit and fill gaps.
3. First Creamy Layer: Spoon half of the banana-flavored sugar-free whipped topping evenly over the first layer of cookies, gently spreading it out to cover completely.
4. Add Sprinkles & Second Cookie Layer: If using, generously sprinkle about half of the sugar-free rainbow sprinkles over the whipped topping.
   • Carefully add another layer of quickly dipped Catalina Crunch Vanilla Crème Cookies on top of the sprinkles, again breaking cookies as needed to fit.
5. Final Creamy Layer & Garnish: Top this second cookie layer with the remaining half of the sugar-free whipped topping, spreading it out evenly.
   • Garnish generously with the remaining sugar-free rainbow sprinkles on top.
6. Chill & Set: Cover the baking pan tightly with plastic wrap.
   • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, but preferably 4 hours or overnight to allow the cookies to soften and the cake to set completely. The longer it chills, the more the flavors meld and the texture becomes cake-like.
7. Serve & Enjoy! Once chilled, slice and serve immediately. Enjoy your delightful, sugar-free icebox cake! ❤️

Tips for Success:

• Cookie Softening: The chilling time is crucial for the cookies to absorb moisture and achieve a cake-like texture. Don’t rush this step!
• Quick Dip: Dip cookies very quickly. Over-soaking will make them soggy.
• Keto Cookie Choice: Ensure your chosen cookies are truly low-carb and sugar-free. Catalina Crunch is a great option.
• Sugar-Free Whipped Topping: Cool Whip Zero Sugar is widely available. Ensure you’re not accidentally grabbing a regular, sugar-laden version.
• Banana Extract (Optional but Recommended): It adds a delightful, unexpected flavor that complements the cookies and cream beautifully.
• Sugar-Free Sprinkles: These are optional for visual appeal. Double-check labels for any hidden sugars or non-keto ingredients.

Storage: Store the Keto Cookies & Cream Icebox Cake tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The cookies will continue to soften over time.

Recipe Analysis & Dietary Classification

• High Protein: Moderate protein from the Catalina Crunch cookies.
• Low-Carb: Yes, this recipe is very low-carb, provided all ingredients are sugar-free and keto-friendly.
• Keto: Yes, this recipe is keto-friendly, with the following crucial checks:
  • Catalina Crunch Cookies: Designed to be keto, but confirm net carb count.
  • Sugar-Free Whipped Topping: Cool Whip Zero Sugar is a common choice; verify label.
  • Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk: Essential that it’s unsweetened.
  • Sugar-Free Sprinkles: Must be verified as sugar-free and keto-compliant (many regular sprinkles are pure sugar).
• Gluten-Free: Potentially. Catalina Crunch cookies are often gluten-free (verify label), and other ingredients are typically GF.

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