06/27/2026
June 26 - National Coconut Day
The coconut offers sweet support for our bodies in several ways. We use the coconut in many different forms for our bodies and everyday cooking. From shredded coconut to milk, cream, water, and oil, each provides essential nutrients and flavor. Its antiviral and antimicrobial properties are notable as well.
Coconut-Lime Icebox Cake
Prep 15 min | Ready in 15 min
Fresh lime and sweet, creamy filling make this lime coconut icebox cake a breath of fresh air.
Ingredients
½ cup (125 mL) sweetened shredded coconut
2 limes
2 pkgs (8 oz./266 g each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup (250 mL) sugar
1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla extract
2 cups (500 mL) heavy cream
⅔ pkg (14 oz./408 g) honey graham crackers (about 16), divided
Optional: Lime zest, lime wedges, or mint
Directions
Evenly spread the coconut onto a large microwave-safe plate. Microwave until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes, stirring after every 30 second interval. Cool completely.
Zest and juice the limes into a medium mixing bowl. Add the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla. Beat with a hand mixer until smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, whip the cream on medium or high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold in the cream-cheese mixture.
Break half of the graham crackers into pieces and lay them on the bottom of the Rectangular Cool & Serve. Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the crackers. Repeat with the remaining crackers and cream-cheese mixture. Top with coconut, and, if you’d like, lime zest, lime wedges, or mint.
Chill, covered, for at least 3 hours or overnight before serving.
Yield:
12 servings
Nutrients per serving:
U.S. nutrients per serving: Calories 310, Total Fat 18 g, Saturated Fat 10 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 135 mg, Carbohydrate 38 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugars 25 g, (includes 17 g of added sugars), Protein 3 g
