Description
No-Bake Strawberry Delight is a refreshing layered dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cream cheese filling, sweet strawberry topping, and fluffy whipped topping. It’s easy to make, requires no baking, and is perfect for warm weather or gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 16 oz whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), divided
- 1 can (21 oz) strawberry pie filling or 2 cups fresh sliced strawberries with glaze
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish to form the crust. Chill while preparing the next layer.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract (if using), and mix well.
- Fold in half of the whipped topping until fully combined and creamy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
- Spoon strawberry pie filling or glazed fresh strawberries over the cream cheese layer.
- Top with the remaining whipped topping, spreading gently to cover the strawberries.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Slice and serve cold.
Notes
Use homemade stabilized whipped cream as a substitute for store-bought topping.Chill each layer before adding the next to maintain clean layers.Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water for clean slices.This dessert does not freeze well; store only in the refrigerator.Swap strawberries with other fruits like cherries, blueberries, or peaches for variety.Use gluten-free graham crackers for a gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
