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Savory Summer Strawberry Icebox Cake That's No-Bake Easy

Indulge in this refreshing Strawberry Icebox Cake, a delightful no-bake dessert filled with delicious layers of strawberries and creamy filling.
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 Filling
  • 3 boxes Instant Cheesecake Pudding Can be replaced with vanilla pudding for a milder flavor.
  • 4 cups Whole Milk Use cold milk for better setting.
  • 2 cups Cool Whip Homemade whipped cream can add a fresh touch if desired.
For the Base
  • 14.4 oz Graham Crackers Consider using Nilla wafers or crushed Oreos for a twist.
For the Toppings
  • 3-4 cups Fresh Strawberries Avoid using frozen strawberries for better texture.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13 Inch Pan
  • Spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine three boxes of instant cheesecake pudding mix with four cups of cold whole milk. Whisk vigorously for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  2. Gently fold in two cups of Cool Whip into the pudding mixture, using a spatula to maintain fluffiness.
  3. In a 9x13 inch pan, lay down a single layer of graham crackers to cover the bottom completely.
  4. Spread one-third of the pudding mixture evenly over the graham crackers and add a layer of diced strawberries.
  5. Repeat the layering process with more graham crackers and pudding, followed by additional strawberries.
  6. Finish with a final layer of graham crackers and the last of the pudding mixture, then garnish with remaining strawberries.
  7. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 6-8 hours or overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Pat your strawberries dry for the best texture, use cold milk for pudding, and consider making this dessert ahead for optimal flavor enhancement.

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