Frozen Cheesecake Cookie Icebox Cake

Turn baked cookies into a showstopping frozen dessert with this easy, layered icebox cake! Perfect for hot summer days or when you need a make-ahead treat that wows. With just 3 ingredients and 5 minutes of active prep, you’ll have a decadent dessert that tastes like cheesecake-stuffed cookie bars.

Why You’ll Love This

• No oven needed after initial cookie baking
• Perfect for hot days – refreshingly cold
• Customizable – use any cookie or chips
• Feeds a crowd – makes 8-12 servings
• Kid-friendly assembly – great for little helpers

Ingredients

• 16 large cookie dough pieces (premade or homemade, baked into 4″ discs)
• 1.5 cups cheesecake filling (store-bought or mix 8oz cream cheese + ¼ cup sugar + 1 tsp vanilla)
• ½ cup mini chocolate chips (plus extra for garnish)
• Optional Additions:
  • Crushed Oreos between layers
  • Caramel or fudge drizzle
  • Sprinkles for color
  • Chopped nuts for crunch

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Bake Cookie Discs

• Press 2 tbsp portions of dough into 4″ circles on parchment-lined sheets
• Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes (they’ll firm up when cooling)
• Cool completely (speed this up in the fridge)

2. Layer in Loaf Pan

• Line a 9×5″ loaf pan with parchment (overhang for easy removal)
• Layer 1: 4 cookie discs (trim if needed)
• Layer 2: ½ cup cheesecake filling (spread gently)
• Layer 3: Sprinkle 2 tbsp chocolate chips
• Repeat layers 3 more times, ending with chips on top

3. Freeze to Set

• Cover tightly with plastic wrap
• Freeze minimum 4 hours (best overnight)
• Pro Tip: Weight the top with another loaf pan for even layers

4. Serve & Enjoy!

• Lift out using parchment overhang
• Slice into 1.5″ thick bars with a hot knife
• Serve frozen (like ice cream bars!) or let soften 5 minutes
• Optional: Drizzle with chocolate sauce before serving
• Pro Tips

Cookie Hack: Use store-bought break-and-bake cookies – just flatten before baking
Clean Slices: Dip knife in hot water between cuts
Make Ahead: Stores frozen up to 2 weeks – wrap slices individually
Adult Version: Add 1 tbsp bourbon or Kahlúa to cheesecake filling

Serving Ideas

À la Mode: Top with vanilla ice cream
Coffee Pairing: Serve with espresso for dessert
Party Trick: Cut into small squares for bite-sized treats
Birthday Twist: Use funfetti cookies + rainbow chips

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use regular cookies?
Yes! Oreos, graham crackers, or store-bought cookies work – just reduce freezing time to 2 hours.

What if I don’t have a loaf pan?
Use an 8×8″ square pan – you’ll get shorter, wider bars.

How do I prevent icy layers?
Make sure your cheesecake layer isn’t too thin (at least ¼” thick).

Can I make it dairy-free?
Use vegan cream cheese and dairy-free chocolate chips.

Why This Beats Regular Cookies

Cooler – literally! Perfect for summer

More Impressive – looks like you spent hours

Better Texture – creamy meets chewy

Portion Control – pre-sliced servings

Final Thoughts

This Frozen Cheesecake Cookie Icebox Cake is the lazy baker’s secret weapon! All the decadence of gourmet dessert bars with none of the fuss. The hardest part? Waiting for it to freeze!

What cookie flavor will you try?
Chocolate chip?
Sugar cookie?
Snickerdoodle?

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