Every one loves the classic combination of caramel and apples—especially when it’s layered into a cool, creamy dessert like this Caramel Apple Icebox Cake. This no-bake treat is guaranteed to become your new favorite fall dessert. Layers of graham crackers, fluffy whipped cream, and a perfectly spiced caramel-apple filling come together to create a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. The best part? The refrigerator does all the work for you. After a few hours of chilling, the layers soften into a dreamy, cake-like texture that melts in your mouth with every bite.
What I love most about this dessert—aside from how simple it is to make—is how it captures the cozy flavors of autumn without ever turning on the oven. It’s the perfect make-ahead dessert for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or when you just want a little taste of fall magic without the fuss. Every bite brings a mix of creamy, crunchy, and caramel-apple goodness that feels indulgent but comforting, like a slice of apple pie meets a creamy trifle. Whether you serve it straight from the fridge or with a drizzle of warm caramel over the top, this Caramel Apple Icebox Cake is guaranteed to be a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
Apple Filling
- 4 Medium Apples (Diced)
- Butter— 3 tablespoons
- Apple Pie Spice— 1 teaspoon
- 5 Caramel Candy Squares
- Vanilla Extract— 1 tablespoon
Cake
- 16oz Graham Crackers
- 8oz Whipped Topping
What You’ll Need
- 8×8 Baking Pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Saucepan
How to Make Caramel Apple Icebox Cake
- Start by cooking down the diced apples, butter, apple pie spice, vanilla extract, and caramel candies in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the apples soften and all other ingredients have been well incorporated (this should take 7-10 minutes) then set the apple filling aside.
- Now to arrange the cake. Start with layer of graham crackers at the bottom of an 8×8 pan then top with an even layer cool whip followed by a layer of apple filling. Repeat until you have 3 layers then finish with a top layer of whipped cream.
- Cover with plastic wrap then refrigerate for at least 4 hours so graham crackers can soften, for best results chill overnight.
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