Sinful Strawberries and Cream Icebox Cake
Indulge in the ultimate no-bake dessert with this Sinful Strawberries and Cream Icebox Cake—a show-stopping treat that's as easy to make as it is to devour! Featuring layers of luscious cream cheese whipped filling, sweet slices of fresh strawberries, and perfectly softened graham crackers, this irresistible cake is the perfect blend of creamy, fruity, and satisfying. With just 30 minutes of prep time and no need for baking, it's an effortless yet decadent dessert that's ideal for summer gatherings, picnics, or any occasion that calls for a chilled and refreshing treat. Garnished with vibrant strawberries and optional fresh mint leaves, this dessert is a stunning yet simple addition to your table. Whether you prepare it for a potluck or enjoy it as a weeknight indulgence, this icebox cake will have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh strawberries
- 16 sheets Graham crackers
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them into thin pieces. Set aside 1 cup of sliced strawberries for garnish.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and continue beating until fully combined and smooth.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with the granulated sugar until soft peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture gently until no streaks remain. This will create a light and creamy filling.
Next, lightly dip each graham cracker sheet into the milk. This will help them soften in the finished cake.
In a 9x13-inch baking dish or similar-sized dish, spread a thin, even layer of the cream mixture on the bottom.
Place a single layer of milk-dipped graham crackers over the cream layer, covering as much of the dish as possible. Break crackers as needed to fit.
Spread a generous layer of the cream mixture over the graham crackers, then top with a layer of sliced strawberries.
Repeat the layers (cream, graham crackers, strawberries) until you run out of ingredients or reach the top of the dish. End with a layer of cream.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results, to allow the layers to set and the crackers to soften.
Before serving, top the cake with the reserved 1 cup of strawberries and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Slice into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy this sinful delight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4590 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 289.2 g | 371% | |
| Saturated Fat | 149.8 g | 749% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 715 mg | 238% | |
| Sodium | 1838 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 440.7 g | 160% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 337.0 g | ||
| Protein | 30.9 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 460 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1514 mg | 32% | |
*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.
