No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Icebox Cake Recipe
A refreshing no-bake dessert that layers creamy cheesecake-flavored pudding, whipped topping, fresh strawberries, and graham crackers for a delightful and easy-to-make icebox cake perfect for warm days and special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Pudding Layer
- 2 (3.4 oz) packages cheesecake-flavored pudding mix
- 4 cups milk
Other Ingredients
- 24 graham crackers
- 16 oz Cool Whip (whipped topping)
- 2 lbs fresh strawberries, washed and sliced in half
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- Prepare Pudding Mix: Whisk together the cheesecake pudding mixes with 4 cups of milk according to the package instructions until smooth and set aside to thicken.
- Assemble First Layer: In the bottom of a 9×13 inch pan, lay a single layer of graham crackers flat. Spread one-third of the prepared cheesecake pudding evenly over the crackers, then spread one-third of the Cool Whip on top of the pudding. Finally, arrange one-third of the sliced strawberries evenly over the whipped topping.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the graham cracker layer, pudding, Cool Whip, and strawberries two more times to build three complete layers.
- Chill the Cake: Cover the pan and refrigerate the assembled icebox cake for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to allow the layers to set and the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, sprinkle the top layer generously with graham cracker crumbs for added texture and presentation. Serve chilled.
Notes
- Use well-chilled milk for best pudding consistency.
- Make sure strawberries are washed and thoroughly dried before slicing to prevent sogginess.
- For a firmer cake, refrigerate overnight instead of just 4 hours.
- Can be prepared a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Substitute Cool Whip with homemade whipped cream for a fresher taste.
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