Description
Creamy layers of strawberry bliss define this no-bake strawberry lasagna, a dessert that dances between indulgence and elegance. Sweet graham cracker crust, luscious cream cheese filling, and fresh strawberry hints create a chilled summer treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 1 package (14.3 ounces / 405 grams) graham crackers
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 2 packages (8 ounces / 226 grams each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream, cold
Strawberry Layer and Topping:
- 4 cups (500 grams) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) whipped cream or whipped topping
- Fresh strawberries, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Transform graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor, then blend with melted butter and sugar until the mixture resembles damp sand.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish, creating a compact base layer. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to solidify.
- Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese until silky and smooth, gradually incorporating powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream until it forms sturdy, rigid peaks that maintain their shape.
- Delicately fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring a uniform, light texture without deflating the mixture.
- Distribute half of the cream cheese filling evenly across the chilled crust, creating a smooth, consistent layer.
- Toss sliced strawberries with granulated sugar to enhance their natural sweetness and prevent excess moisture.
- Arrange strawberry slices uniformly over the cream cheese layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Gently spread the remaining cream cheese filling over the strawberry layer, maintaining an even surface.
- Seal the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and structure to set.
- Before serving, adorn the top with whipped cream or whipped topping for an extra luxurious finish.
- Garnish with additional fresh strawberry slices for visual appeal and added flavor.
- Cut into precise squares and serve thoroughly chilled for optimal texture and taste.
Notes
- Crush graham crackers finely to create a smooth, compact crust that holds together perfectly without crumbling.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for seamless blending and a silky-smooth filling without lumps.
- Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture to maintain its airy texture and prevent deflating the mixture.
- Let the dessert chill for at least 4 hours to allow flavors to meld and layers to set firmly, enhancing the overall taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg