Layered Strawberry Squares
Indulge in the sweet simplicity of Layered Strawberry Squares—a no-bake dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a velvety cream cheese filling and a luscious layer of fresh, juicy strawberries, this recipe is finished with a glistening drizzle of strawberry jelly for a show-stopping treat. With just 25 minutes of prep time and no oven required, these creamy, fruity squares are perfect for summer gatherings, holiday parties, or anytime you crave a refreshing dessert. Serve chilled to showcase the vibrant layers and enjoy a dessert that's as satisfying as it is stunning!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.33 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 0.5 cup strawberry jelly
- 2 tablespoons warm water
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, stir together the graham cracker crumbs and powdered sugar.
Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave until fully liquid.
Pour the melted butter into the graham cracker crumb mixture and stir until evenly combined.
Press the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of an 8-inch square pan to form an even crust. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to set.
In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Add heavy cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, forming soft peaks.
Spread the cream mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust. Refrigerate the pan again while preparing the next layer.
Wash and slice the fresh strawberries thinly.
Arrange the strawberry slices carefully over the cream cheese filling, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
In a small bowl, stir together the strawberry jelly and warm water until smooth and slightly thinned.
Drizzle the jelly mixture over the strawberry layer to create a glossy finish.
Cover the pan with plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to let the layers firm up.
Cut into 12 squares and serve chilled. Enjoy the creamy, fruity goodness of your Layered Strawberry Squares!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3633 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 230.9 g | 296% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.9 g | 640% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 593 mg | 198% | |
| Sodium | 2298 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 349.8 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 204.7 g | ||
| Protein | 32.0 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 399 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1121 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
