Irresistible Strawberry Cream Cheese Icebox Cake
This Irresistible Strawberry Cream Cheese Icebox Cake is a no-bake dessert layered with sweet strawberries, creamy cheesecake filling, and graham crackers. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or anytime you crave a refreshing and indulgent treat. Keywords: strawberry icebox cake, no bake strawberry dessert, cream cheese icebox cake.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no bake)
- Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes (includes chilling)
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 lbs fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 box graham crackers (about 18 full sheets)
- Optional: additional strawberries and whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the whipped cream: In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream and granulated sugar until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- Make the cream cheese filling: In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in the prepared whipped cream until fully combined.
- Assemble the layers: In a 9×13-inch dish, spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture on the bottom. Add a layer of graham crackers to cover.
- Spread a third of the cream cheese mixture over the graham crackers, then add a layer of sliced strawberries.
- Repeat the layers: graham crackers, cream mixture, strawberries—ending with a layer of cream and strawberries on top.
- Chill: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Serve: Garnish with additional whipped cream and strawberries if desired. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Use cold heavy cream for best whipping results.
- For extra strawberry flavor, macerate strawberries in a little sugar before layering.
- Can substitute Cool Whip for homemade whipped cream for convenience.
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
