If you’re looking for a simple, crowd-pleasing dessert that takes minimal effort, this strawberry icebox cake is it. I love this recipe because it’s the perfect mix of creamy, fruity, and just the right amount of sweetness. Plus, it’s a no-bake strawberry cake, which means no turning on the oven. Just layer everything together and let the fridge do the work.
Icebox cakes are one of those old-school desserts that never go out of style. They’re made by layering cookies or crackers with a creamy filling, and as they chill, the layers soften into a cake-like texture. The result? A dreamy, melt-in-your-mouth treat that feels way fancier than the effort it takes to make. Whether you’re making this for a summer barbecue, a holiday get-together, or just because you want an easy strawberry dessert, you’re going to love how simple and delicious it is.
This recipe keeps things simple with just a few ingredients, but each one plays an important role:
In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract beat until stiff peaks form.
Add a layer of graham crackers or Nilla wafers, then top with cream and a layer of sliced strawberries. Repeat until you reach the top of the dish, finishing with a layer of cream and strawberries.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, but overnight is even better. The longer it sits, the softer the cookie layers get, creating that perfect cake-like texture. Slice and serve chilled.
Yes! If you want to make this even easier, swap the heavy cream for an equal amount of Cool Whip.
Feel free to switch up the strawberries with raspberries, blueberries, or even sliced peaches.
Absolutely! This no-bake strawberry cake is best when made at least a few hours ahead, but you can prep it up to two days in advance.
You can mix ½ cup of powdered sugar into the whipped cream instead, but the texture won’t be as thick and creamy.
Yes! Try using shortbread cookies, Biscoff cookies, or even Oreos for a fun twist.
This strawberry icebox cake is the kind of dessert that looks fancy but takes almost no effort. It’s creamy, fruity, and just sweet enough—perfect for any occasion. Let me know if you try it!
This easy strawberry icebox cake is a delicious, no-bake dessert that impresses with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
3 cups heavy cream
½ cup sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 packs graham crackers or about 40 Nilla wafers
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
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