Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of summer with this Strawberry Cream Cheese Icebox Cake. A no-bake dessert that layers graham crackers with a luscious strawberry and cream mixture, creating a heavenly treat that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Strawberries:
- 2 lbs fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
Whipped Cream:
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
Powdered Sugar:
- 1/2 cup
Cream Cheese Mixture:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Graham Crackers:
- 1 box (14.4 oz)
Extra Strawberries:
- for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Whipped Cream: In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Make Cream Cheese Mixture: In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then mix in the vanilla extract. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese until well combined and fluffy.
- Layer the Cake: Spread a thin layer of the cream mixture in a 9×13-inch dish. Alternate layers of graham crackers, cream mixture, and sliced strawberries. Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with cream and strawberries on top.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Slice and serve chilled, optionally garnished with extra strawberries.
Notes
- Make ahead the night before for best texture.
- Substitute Cool Whip for whipped cream if preferred.
- Try using a mix of berries for a colorful variation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
