Indulge in a delightful, no-bake dessert that perfectly captures the essence of fresh strawberries and creamy goodness. This Strawberry Cream Cheese Icebox Cake combines layers of sweetened cream cheese, juicy strawberries, and graham crackers to create a refreshing treat that's both easy to make and irresistible.
Strawberry Cream Cheese Icebox Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
2 sleeves graham crackers
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
Instructions:
Prepare the Cream Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
Assemble the Layers:
Spread a thin layer of the cream mixture at the bottom of an 8x8-inch square baking dish.
Place a single layer of graham crackers over the cream.
Spread a portion of the cream mixture over the graham crackers, then add a layer of sliced strawberries.
Repeat the layers (graham crackers, cream mixture, strawberries) until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of the cream mixture and strawberries on top.
Chill: Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight. This allows the graham crackers to soften and the flavors to meld together.
Serve: Once set, slice and serve chilled.
This dessert is perfect for warm days when you crave something sweet but don't want to turn on the oven. The combination of creamy layers and fresh strawberries offers a delightful taste of summer in every bite.
