Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of No-Bake Strawberry Delight, a luscious layered dessert that brings together creamy cheesecake and vibrant fresh strawberries without the need for baking. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for any occasion, from casual family gatherings to festive summer picnics. With its delightful combination of textures and flavors, this dessert is guaranteed to impress your guests while satisfying your sweet tooth. Plus, it’s a customizable recipe—you can swap in your favorite fruits or adjust the sweetness to suit your palate. Enjoy this visually stunning treat that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 16 ounces full-fat cream cheese
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons strawberry Jello mix (optional)
- 2 lbs fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press firmly into a baking dish.
- For the cheesecake layer, beat together cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Layer half of the cheesecake filling over the crust, followed by half of the sliced strawberries. Repeat with remaining filling and strawberries.
- For the topping, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form and gently fold in strawberry Jello mix.
- Spread whipped cream topping over assembled layers and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg