Choc-Berry Icebox Layer Cake: A Sinfully Easy Dessert
Layered Dessert Recipe: Mascarpone and Blackberry Chocolate Icebox Cake
Want a chocolatey dessert that'll knock your socks off without breaking a sweat? Look no further than this Choc-Berry Icebox Layer Cake! Layers upon layers of chocolate wafers and blackberry-flavored mascarpone cream come together in a jiffy with no baking required.
What You'll Need:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup blackberry liqueur (or substitute creme de mure)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 (8-ounce) container mascarpone cheese
- 2 (9-ounce) packages chocolate wafer cookies, such as Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers
- Fresh blackberries, for garnish
- Blackberry sauce, optional
Gather Your Tools:
We recommend using a 9-inch springform pan and a pastry spatula, but a large platter and rubber spatula will do the trick too.
Wine Pairing:
For a refreshing contrast to the richness of our Choc-Berry Icebox Layer Cake, consider a light and effervescent wine like Brachetto d'Acqui from Italy or a sparkling Prosecco[4][5]. These wines have the sweetness to complement the dessert, but the bubbles add a delightful, less cloying finish.
Step-by-Step instructions:
- Combine cream, sugar, vanilla extract, blackberry liqueur, cocoa powder, and mascarpone in a large bowl. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat until firm peaks form. Set aside.
- Arrange 12 cookies in a circle to form a base in the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan or on a 9-inch platter. Spread about 1/3 cup of the whipped cream mixture evenly to cover.
- Repeat layering the cookies and cream until all the cookies are used, finishing with the remaining cream mixture on top. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 5 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh blackberries, and add a drizzle of blackberry sauce if desired.
Note:
Cover the cake well before placing it in the fridge to keep it fresh and avoid any unwanted fridge odors.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving):
- Calories: 556 kcal
- Total Fat: 38.6 g
- Cholesterol: 128 mg
- Sodium: 326 mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 40.2 g (Dietary Fiber: 1.5 g, Sugars: 19 g)
- Protein: 5.8 g
Enjoy your Choc-Berry Icebox Layer Cake! It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion or when you just need something sweet. Don't forget to pair it with a bubbly wine! 🥂
This decadent dessert features layers of blackberry-flavored mascarpone cream sandwiched between chocolate wafers, creating a delightful Choc-Berry Icebox Layer Cake. For preparation, you'll need an 8-ounce container of mascarpone cheese, a pairing of Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers, and a 9-inch springform pan or platter. The dessert's nutritional information includes 556 kcal, 38.6g of total fat, and 19g of sugars (437035d975227902b7490e2c9e6b43d2).
