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Strawberry Icebox Cake

Irresistible Strawberry Icebox Cake for Effortless Summer Bliss

Enjoy this refreshing Strawberry Icebox Cake, a no-bake dessert perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 2 cups Graham Crackers Try Oreos for a chocolatey twist.
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Use cold for better thickening.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 1 package Instant Cheesecake Pudding Can substitute with vanilla pudding.
  • 3 cups Cool Whip Full-fat version yields best results.
For the Strawberry Layer
  • 4 cups Fresh Strawberries Wash, dice, and pat dry.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Icebox Cake
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant cheesecake pudding mix and 2 cups of cold whole milk until smooth and slightly thickened, approximately 2-3 minutes.
  2. Gently fold in 3 cups of Cool Whip into the pudding mixture using a spatula.
  3. Line the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish with a layer of graham crackers.
  4. Spread one-third of the pudding mixture over the graham cracker layer and sprinkle half of the diced fresh strawberries on top.
  5. Continue by adding another layer of graham crackers, followed by another third of the pudding mixture and the remaining diced strawberries.
  6. Finish by adding a final layer of graham crackers on top and spreading the rest of the pudding mixture over it.
  7. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6-8 hours or overnight.
  8. Slice the chilled cake and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pat the strawberries dry and select full-fat ingredients for best results. Consider making ahead for enhanced flavor.

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