No-Bake Strawberry Icebox Cake

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No-Bake Strawberry Icebox Cake

This simple, delicious dessert only requires 5 ingredients and is a hit at any gathering. It’s a refreshing, creamy treat that’s perfect for summer, and it will likely be gone before you know it!

Ingredients:

  • 3-4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 12-15 whole graham crackers
  • 1 ½ pints (3 cups) heavy whipping cream
  • 4-5 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Prep the Strawberries:
  • Wash the strawberries thoroughly, remove the stems, and slice them into thin, even pieces. Set aside.
  1. Make the Whipped Cream:
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream, sugar, and vanilla extract.
  • Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip the cream on medium speed until stiff peaks form. This should take about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to overwhip, or it will become grainy.
  • Taste the whipped cream to ensure it’s sweetened to your liking. Adjust the sugar if necessary by adding more, one teaspoon at a time.
  1. Assemble the Cake:
  • In an 8×8-inch square pan, lay down a single layer of whole graham crackers. Break some crackers if necessary to cover the bottom evenly.
  • Spread about 1/3 of the whipped cream mixture evenly over the graham crackers.
  • Add a layer of sliced strawberries on top of the whipped cream.
  • Repeat this process two more times: graham crackers, whipped cream, strawberries.
  1. Top the Cake:
  • For the final layer, top with the remaining strawberries, arranging them neatly for presentation.
  1. Chill:
  • Cover the pan with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate the cake for at least 3 hours. This allows the graham crackers to soften and absorb the moisture from the whipped cream, resulting in a cake-like texture.
  1. Serve:
  • Once chilled, slice the cake and serve. Watch it disappear quickly, as everyone will want seconds!

Tip: You can make this cake a day ahead and refrigerate overnight for an even softer texture.

Enjoy your delightful, easy-to-make Strawberry Icebox Cake!

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