This Strawberry Cream Cheese Icebox Cake is a delightful, no-bake dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. It’s easy to assemble and requires minimal effort, making it a great choice for busy cooks. The combination of sweet strawberries, creamy cheese filling, and crunchy cookies is simply irresistible.
Ingredients:
For the filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, thawed and chopped
For the assembly:
- 1 package (15.25 oz) chocolate wafer cookies
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
Instructions:
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Beat in the vanilla extract. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Assemble the cake: Spread a layer of the cream cheese filling on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Layer with a row of chocolate wafer cookies. Repeat the process, alternating layers of filling and cookies, until all ingredients are used. Finish with a layer of cream cheese filling.
- Chill and serve: Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, top with whipped cream and additional fresh strawberries, if desired.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use homemade whipped cream instead of store-bought.
- If you don’t have chocolate wafer cookies, you can use graham crackers or other similar cookies.
- To make the cake even more decadent, add a drizzle of chocolate sauce or a sprinkle of chopped nuts.
Enjoy this refreshing and easy-to-make dessert!