Take fresh strawberries and cream to the next level with this no-bake, one-pan Strawberry Icebox Cake. Fluffy whipped cream, juicy strawberries, and graham crackers are all you need to make this potluck favorite!
Why this recipe works
I don’t even know where to begin with how amazingly delicious and easy this Strawberry Icebox Cake is! Strawberries, whipped cream, and graham crackers – that’s all you need to make this no-bake wonder.
The ingredients are layered together and allowed to set in the refrigerator. The graham crackers soak up some of the sweetened cream and become soft like cake. Mushy cookies may sound weird, but trust me it works! It’s sweet, light and fresh without being too sugary
This would be delicious with any of your favorite berries (raspberries then blueberries are next on my list of favorites). Or even with Oreos! (check out our Oreo Icebox Cake!) My favorite no-bake dessert is Oreo Cake, but when strawberries are in season, I go crazy for them.
LAYERS – Since there are so few ingredients, I prefer to make a homemade whipped cream for the best flavor in this recipe, but you could also use Cool Whip. Whipped cream is then followed by a layer of graham crackers, another layer of whipped cream then sliced strawberries, and repeat.
How to Make Strawberry Icebox Cake
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In a stand mixer or with a hand-held mixer, beat the cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Place a very thin layer of cream on the bottom of a 9×9 square pan.
Next, add a single layer of graham crackers. Top with 1/3 of the whipped cream and smooth with a rubber spatula.
Add 1/3 of the strawberries in an even layer.
Repeat layers 2 more times, ending with strawberries.
Arrange the berries in a pretty pattern, if desired.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Cool Whip instead of homemade whipped cream?
Yes, you can substitute homemade whipped cream with Cool Whip.
Can I make strawberry icebox cake ahead of time?
You can make this icebox cake up to 1 day ahead of time. This recipe calls for at minimum 4 hours of time in the refrigerator before serving to allow the graham crackers to soak up the whipped cream.
Strawberry Icebox Cake
I don’t even know where to begin with how amazingly delicious and easy this Strawberry Icebox Cake is! Strawberries, whipped cream, and graham crackers – that’s all you need to make this no-bake wonder.
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Course: Desserts Cuisine: American Servings: 9 people 15 mins Calories: 321
Ingredients
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 pound strawberries sliced
7.2 ounces graham crackers 1.5 sleeves
Things You’ll Need
9×9 baking pan
Electric mixer
Rubber spatula
Instructions
In a stand mixer or with a hand-held mixer, beat the cream, powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Place a very thin layer of cream on the bottom of a 9×9 square pan. Next, add a single layer of graham crackers. Top with 1/3 of the whipped cream and smooth with a spatula. Add 1/3 of the strawberries in an even layer. Repeat layers 2 more times, ending with strawberries. Arrange the berries in a pretty pattern, if desired.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Expert Tips & FAQs
While my bowl and beaters to whip the cream are chilling in the freezer, I slice up the strawberries. It’s good to have extra on hand in case you can’t help eating them like me. Whip the cream until light and fluffy. This takes less than five minutes with an electric mixer. You’re now ready to assemble.
Place a smear of whipped cream on the bottom of your pan, this will keep your graham crackers from slip-sliding around when you try to add the next layer. So, a smear of whipped cream and then a single layer of graham crackers. You’ll need to cut some of them to fit the gaps.
Next, top with a layer of whipped cream and then a layer of sliced strawberries. From there, repeat the layers ending with a layer of strawberries arranged nice and pretty. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight. The crackers will be cake-like, the strawberries will have lent their fruity sweetness to the cream and your friends and family will thank you.
Nutrition
Serving: 1slice | Calories: 321cal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 170mg | Potassium: 156mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 785IU | Vitamin C: 29.9mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1.2mg