No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Lasagna is a perfect dessert for summer. It’s creamy, fresh, and bursting with strawberries in every bite. The best part is that it’s incredibly easy to make and requires no baking, making it a great option for those hot summer days when you don’t want to turn on your oven.
Ingredients
- 20 graham cracker sheets
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse graham crackers until they become fine crumbs.
- In a large bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, vanilla extract, and remaining sugar until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
- Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.
- Layer half of the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust, followed by a layer of sliced strawberries.
- Repeat with another layer of cream cheese mixture and strawberries.
- After covering refrigerate it for at least 2 hours, or you can wait until set.
Tips
- Use room temperature cream cheese: To ensure a smooth and creamy texture, it’s important to use cream cheese that has been brought to room temperature.
- Beat the cream cheese and whipping cream well: Be sure to beat the cream cheese and whipping cream until they are smooth and creamy. This will help to ensure a light and fluffy texture in your cheesecake lasagna.
- Layer the ingredients evenly: Make sure to layer the graham cracker crust, cream cheese mixture, and strawberries evenly to ensure a consistent flavor and texture in every bite.
- Chill the cheesecake lasagna before serving: This will help it to set and will ensure that it has a firm and sliceable texture.
Conclusion
No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Lasagna is a perfect dessert for summer. It’s easy to make, requires no baking, and is full of fresh strawberries and cream cheese. Serve it at your next summer gathering or as a sweet ending to any meal. Enjoy!
FAQs
Can I use frozen strawberries for this recipe?
Yes, frozen strawberries can be used, but fresh strawberries are preferred for the best taste and texture.
Can I use a different type of crust for this cheesecake lasagna?
Yes, you can use a different type of crust, such as a traditional graham cracker crust or a vanilla wafer crust.
No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Lasagna
No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Lasagna is a perfect dessert for summer. It’s creamy, fresh, and bursting with strawberries in every bite. The best part is that it's incredibly easy to make and requires no baking, making it a great option for those hot summer days when you don't want to turn on your oven.
- 20 graham cracker sheets
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
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In a food processor, pulse graham crackers until they become fine crumbs.
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In a large bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar.
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Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch pan.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, vanilla extract, and remaining sugar until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, beat whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
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Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.
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Layer half of the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust, followed by a layer of sliced strawberries.
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Repeat with another layer of cream cheese mixture and strawberries.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.