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Easy No-Bake Strawberry Icebox Cake

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A quick and simple no-bake strawberry icebox cake perfect for serving a crowd, featuring layers of whipped cream, fresh strawberries, and buttery cookies.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 24 to 30 butter cookies or graham crackers (shortbread cookies recommended; gluten-free graham crackers for gluten-free option)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and gently pat dry about 4 cups of fresh strawberries. Slice them thinly and toss with 1 teaspoon lemon zest if using. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, pour 2 cups heavy whipping cream. Add 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer or whisk on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. Avoid overbeating.
  3. In a 9×13-inch glass dish, lay down a single layer of butter cookies or graham crackers, fitting snugly without much overlap.
  4. Spread about one-third of the whipped cream evenly over the cookie layer using a spatula.
  5. Scatter about one-third of the sliced strawberries over the cream layer.
  6. Repeat the cookie, whipped cream, and strawberry layers two more times, finishing with a final layer of whipped cream on top.
  7. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow cookies to soften and flavors to meld.
  8. Before serving, optionally garnish with a few fresh strawberries on top.

Notes

Use cold cream and a chilled bowl for easier whipping. Pat strawberries dry to avoid sogginess. Layer cookies tightly but avoid too much overlap to prevent soggy spots. Chill overnight for best texture and flavor. Lemon zest brightens the flavor but is optional. For dairy-free, substitute coconut whipped cream and dairy-free cookies. For gluten-free, use gluten-free graham crackers.

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