This no bake strawberry dessert is an easy layered dessert made with a made with a graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and layers of fresh strawberries. It's simple to make, chills in the refrigerator, and is perfect for warm weather.
If you're looking for a strawberry dessert with graham cracker crust, this recipe uses simple ingredients and comes together quickly. It's a great option for potlucks, holidays, or a make-ahead dessert.
If you enjoy desserts like this, try Banana Cream Pie or Cookies and Cream Cheesecake.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Easy to make
- No bake dessert
- Creamy cheesecake-style filling
- Made with fresh strawberries
- Great for summer
This recipe comes together in a few simple steps.
How to Make No Bake Strawberry Dessert
- Preheat oven to 300°F.
- Melt the butter and allow it to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Stir until evenly coated.
- Press 2 cups of the graham cracker mixture firmly into a 9×9-inch pan to form the crust.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool completely. Reserve the remaining crumbs for topping.
- Add the strawberries to a blender or food processor and pulse a few times until broken into small chunks. Do not over-process.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth using a hand mixer or electric mixer.
- Add the powdered sugar one cup at a time and mix until combined. Increase speed and beat until creamy.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of the strawberry mixture.
- Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the cooled crust.
- Fold the remaining strawberry mixture into the Cool Whip.
- Spread the strawberry topping over the cream cheese layer.
- Sprinkle the reserved graham cracker crumbs over the top and add sliced strawberries.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set before slicing.
Tips
- Let the crust cool completely before adding the filling
- Do not over-process the strawberries to avoid too much liquid in the filling
- Chill long enough so the dessert holds its shape when sliced
- Store leftovers in an airtight container
What Is No Bake Strawberry Dessert?
This no bake strawberry dessert is sometimes called a no bake strawberry delight. It's a layered dessert made with a graham cracker crust, a creamy cheesecake filling, and fresh strawberries. It's chilled instead of baked, making it a popular choice for warm weather and easy desserts.
How to Store
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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When to Serve This Dessert
This no bake strawberry dessert works well for:
- Potlucks
- Family dinners
- Summer gatherings
- Holidays
- Make-ahead desserts
📖 Recipe
No Bake Strawberry Dessert
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter - melted
- 2 ¼ cups graham cracker crumbs - ¼ cup reserved
- 2 cups fresh strawberries - hulled
- 8 ounces cream cheese - softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter - softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 8 ounces Cool Whip
- strawberries - sliced, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F.
- Melt butter and let cool slightly.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and butter. Press 2 cups into a 9×9-inch pan.
- Bake 8-10 minutes. Cool completely.
- Pulse strawberries until chunky in a food processor.
- Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar gradually and mix until creamy.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons strawberries.
- Spread filling over crust.
- Fold remaining strawberries into Cool Whip and spread on top.
- Sprinkle reserved crumbs and add sliced strawberries.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling
- Do not over-process strawberries
- Chill completely before slicing
- Store covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate based on third-party calculations. Actual values may vary due to ingredients, measurements, and serving sizes.
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