Betty Smith’s Lemon Ice Box Cake

Contributed byAnne Weaver
Lemon icebox cake slice: layered cake with white frosting, lemon zest, and mint garnish on a white plate.

Ingredients

  • 4 eggs (separate whites and yolks)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon rind
  • 1/2 us liquid pint cream
Yield: 24 Servings
Prep Time: 24 hours 45 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Instructions

Beat 4 egg whites until they hold strong peaks. Add cream of tartar and 1 cup granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, and beating all until very stiff. Spread in a well-buttered 9-inch pie or cake pan. (Be sure it is packed without air space.) Bake 1 hour at 275°. Beat the 4 egg yolks until very thick. Then, gradually beat in 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Add lemon juice and lemon rind. Cook over boiling water until thick. Whip the cream. When filling cools, fold in half of the whipped cream. Spread remaining on top, covering edges. Let stand 24 hours in refrigerator. 

Great dessert! 

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