Description
Indulge in the lusciousness of a Strawberry Icebox Cake, a delightful no-bake dessert that’s perfect for summer gatherings. Layers of whipped cream, fresh strawberries, and graham crackers meld into a heavenly treat that’s sure to please any crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 3 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box (about 14 ounces) graham crackers
- Extra strawberries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Whipped Cream: In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Layer the Cake: Spread a thin layer of whipped cream on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Arrange a single layer of graham crackers over the cream, breaking pieces as needed to fit. Spread about one-third of the whipped cream over the graham crackers, then top with a layer of sliced strawberries. Repeat the layers two more times: graham crackers, whipped cream, and strawberries, finishing with a layer of whipped cream and a few strawberry slices for decoration.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the graham crackers to soften into a cake-like texture. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- For a flavor twist, mix in a little lemon zest with the whipped cream or add a layer of strawberry jam.
- This dessert is best made a day ahead.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
