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Close-up of a beautiful no-bake Strawberry Icebox Cake in a white 9x13 baking dish, topped with fresh sliced strawberries over fluffy homemade whipped cream. This easy summer dessert features layers of graham crackers that soften into cake-like perfection.
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Strawberry Icebox Cake Recipe

Discover this easy 5-ingredient no-bake Strawberry Icebox Cake! Graham crackers, fresh strawberries, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla create a refreshing Southern summer dessert. Chill overnight in a 9x13 dish for a crowd-pleasing treat.
Prep Time20 minutes
Chill8 hours
Total Time8 hours 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 16
Author: Robyn Stone

Ingredients

  • 4 cups heavy whipping cream cold
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar adjust to taste
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1-2 pounds fresh strawberries
  • 1-2 boxes graham crackers roughly about 3 sleeves, depending on layering

Instructions

  • Prepare the strawberries. Wash, hull, and slice 1–2 pounds of fresh strawberries. Set aside. (If they’re very juicy, pat them dry with a paper towel.)
  • Make the homemade whipped cream. In a large chilled bowl, beat 3–4 cups cold heavy whipping cream with ½–¾ cup powdered sugar and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  • Start layering in the 9×13 dish. Spread a very thin layer of whipped cream on the bottom of the white 9×13 baking dish to help anchor the crackers. Arrange a single layer of graham crackers to cover the bottom, breaking pieces as needed to fit.
  • Add the first cream and strawberry layers. Spread about one-third of the whipped cream evenly over the graham crackers. Top with a generous layer of sliced strawberries.
  • Repeat the layers. Add another layer of graham crackers, followed by another third of the whipped cream and more sliced strawberries. Repeat once more so you have three full sets of layers, finishing with a final smooth layer of whipped cream on top.
  • Chill. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours (overnight is best). The graham crackers will soften into tender, cake-like layers.
  • Garnish and serve. Just before serving, top with additional fresh strawberry slices for a pretty finish. Cut into squares and serve cold.

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Nutrition

Calories: 336kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 185mg | Potassium: 146mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 878IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 1mg