Line 9x5-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap with overhang
Combine cold cream, powdered sugar, vanilla, salt in large bowl
Beat with mixer on medium-high until stiff peaks form
Don't overbeat
Spread thin layer whipped cream on bottom of pan
Arrange single layer chocolate wafers over cream, break to fit
Pack close together
Spread generous layer whipped cream (about ½ cup) over cookies
Smooth to edges
Repeat layers—cookies then cream—until ingredients used
End with whipped cream layer on top
Reserve some cream for decoration if desired
Smooth top evenly
Cover tightly with plastic wrap, press gently
Refrigerate minimum 6 hours, overnight best (8-12 hours)
Use plastic overhang to lift cake from pan
Place on platter, remove plastic
Frost sides and top with reserved cream if desired
Top with chocolate shavings, cocoa, berries, chips, or cookies
Slice with sharp knife, wipe between cuts
Serve chilled