Summer's heating up, and the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven, right?
But what if you want a delicious dessert tonight? Never fear...these seven no-cook recipes are here! How does a big slice of Ladyfingers Ice Box Cake sound? Why not whip up some Bragging Rights Banana Pudding or a glass of fluffy, creamy Peach Mousse? Of course, there's always the ultimate summertime treat: Ice Cream Sandwiches.
No baking, no simmering, no heating...these desserts truly beat the summer kitchen heat.
Ladyfingers Icebox Cake
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Ladyfingers Icebox Cake
Cool & creamy, this icebox cake from our Best-Loved Baking Recipes is a chocolatey creation perfect for a hot and steamy day. Feel free to try different cookies instead of ladyfingers for the crust...Oreos, anyone?
18 to 24 ladyfingers, split and divided
2 1-oz. sqs. unsweetened baking chocolate
1/2 c. sugar
1/4 c. water
4 pasteurized egg yolks
1 c. butter, softened
2-1/4 c. powdered sugar
1/2 t. vanilla extract
Garnish: whipped cream, chocolate shavings
Line bottom and sides of an ungreased 9" round springform pan with split ladyfingers, trimming off the bottoms to make ladyfingers stand. Set aside. Cook and stir chocolate, sugar and water in a double boiler over medium heat until chocolate is melted and smooth. Beat egg yolks in a separate bowl and gradually add to chocolate mixture, stirring constantly until smooth; cool. Combine butter, powdered sugar and vanilla in a large bowl; mix well. Add chocolate mixture. Spoon mixture into lined pan. Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Refrigerate until serving time. To serve, remove outer ring of springform pan. Serves 12.
