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Black and White Cheesecake Icebox Cake Recipe

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4.7 from 60 reviews
  • Author: Mariam
  • Total Time: 10 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This Black and White Cheesecake Icebox Cake is a decadent no-bake dessert featuring layers of chocolate wafer cookies and creamy cream cheese filling, finished with a smooth chocolate ganache and Oreo topping. Perfect for preparing ahead and serving chilled, it combines rich textures and classic flavors in a simple yet impressive presentation.

Ingredients

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Cream Cheese Mixture

  • 5 1/2 cups heavy cream, divided
  • 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

Layering

  • 2 (9-ounce) boxes chocolate wafer cookies

Ganache and Topping

  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1/3 cup Oreo cookies, crushed

Instructions

  1. Make cream cheese mixture: In a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat 3 cups of heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Then, add the softened cream cheese and continue beating until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  2. Assemble the cake layers: On a cake stand, arrange six chocolate wafer cookies in a circle and place one wafer in the center. Use a rubber spatula to spread the cream cheese mixture over the wafers, covering them completely. Continue layering wafer cookies in overlapping circles, spreading cream cheese mixture between each layer until all cookies and cream are used up. Avoid placing wafers directly on top of the previous layer’s wafers. Transfer the assembled cake to the refrigerator and chill overnight to set.
  3. Prepare ganache: When ready to serve, gently warm the remaining 2 1/2 cups heavy cream in a small saucepan until it is simmering. Pour the hot cream over the chopped semisweet chocolate placed in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 3 minutes to melt the chocolate, then fold the mixture until smooth and glossy.
  4. Finish and serve: Pour the glossy chocolate ganache evenly over the chilled cake. Sprinkle the crushed Oreo cookies on top as a finishing touch. Allow to set briefly before slicing and serving chilled.

Notes

  • For best results, use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream for a rich, creamy texture.
  • Overlapping wafer cookies ensures no gaps and supports the structure of the cake.
  • Chilling the cake overnight allows the layers to soften and meld together perfectly.
  • The ganache can be made up to a day ahead and refrigerated; rewarm gently before pouring.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Black and White Cheesecake Icebox Cake, no-bake cheesecake, chocolate wafer cake, icebox cake, chocolate ganache dessert, layered dessert

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