No-Bake Strawberries & Cream Delight

Ingredients

Crust

• 2 cups crushed graham crackers or vanilla cookies
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 2 tbsp sugar

Cream filling

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups whipped topping or whipped cream

Strawberry layer

• 2–3 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
• 2 tbsp sugar (optional, for sweeter berries)

Optional garnish

• Extra whipped cream
• Crushed cookies
• Mint leaves
• White chocolate shavings

Instructions

1. Prepare the crust
   Mix crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press firmly into the bottom of a serving dish or pan. Chill for 15 minutes.
2. Make the cream filling
   Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, then fold in whipped topping until light and fluffy.
3. Prepare strawberries
   Slice strawberries and toss with a little sugar if desired. Let sit for 5–10 minutes to release juices.
4. Assemble the dessert
   Spread half of the cream mixture over the crust. Add a layer of strawberries, then remaining cream mixture.
5. Chill
   Refrigerate for at least 2–4 hours so the layers can set.
6. Garnish and serve
   Top with extra strawberries, whipped cream, or cookie crumbs before serving.

Tips

• Use cold ingredients for the fluffiest filling.
• Pat strawberries dry if very juicy to avoid a watery dessert.
• Make individual cups for parties or easy serving.
• Add flavor twists with lemon zest or almond extract.
• Freeze briefly for a firmer, icebox-cake texture.
• Best served chilled straight from the refrigerator.