Description
Irresistible Strawberry Cheesecake Lasagna layers creamy cheesecake with luscious strawberry goodness for a dessert that melts hearts. Cool summer flavors promise pure deliciousness in each refreshing, no-bake bite you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberry Layers:
- 2 8-ounce (226 grams) packages cream cheese, softened
- 2 ½ cups fresh strawberries, sliced/chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- 4 tablespoons strawberry gelatin (dry, from the package)
- Optional: red food coloring for a more vibrant pink color
Cream and Sugar Components:
- 3 cups heavy whipping cream (or 6 cups whipped topping)
- 1 ¼ cups powdered sugar, divided
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 13 sheets, pulsed into crumbs)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Instructions
- Craft a buttery foundation by combining graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and a hint of sweetness. Press the mixture decisively into an 8-inch baking dish, creating a compact base.
- Meticulously pat dry the strawberry slices. Arrange a vibrant layer of whole strawberries atop the graham cracker foundation. Finely chop the remaining berries, preparing them for the upcoming mousse stage.
- Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until luxurious peaks emerge, transforming the liquid into a cloud-like cream. Set aside this ethereal mixture for later layering.
- Whisk cream cheese until silky smooth. Fold in a portion of the whipped cream and powdered sugar, creating a luscious filling. Reserve a cup of this mixture for the strawberry mousse component.
- Gently spread the cream cheese mixture over the strawberry-studded crust, creating an even, creamy landscape.
- Merge the reserved cream cheese mixture with finely chopped strawberries, additional whipped cream, and strawberry gelatin. Fold delicately, creating a vibrant strawberry mousse. Optional: enhance color with a touch of red food coloring.
- Distribute the strawberry mousse evenly across the cream cheese layer, ensuring a consistent, tempting texture.
- Crown the dessert with the remaining whipped cream. For an elegant presentation, pipe the cream or spread it smoothly across the surface.
- Embellish with additional strawberry slices, decorative sprinkles, or a dusting of freeze-dried strawberry powder. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing flavors to meld and texture to set perfectly.
Notes
- Prevent Watery Strawberries by thoroughly patting them dry with paper towels to avoid excess moisture that could make the dessert soggy.
- Soften Cream Cheese completely at room temperature for 30-45 minutes to ensure smooth, lump-free mixing and a silky texture.
- Stabilize Whipped Cream by adding powdered sugar during whipping, which helps maintain its structure and prevents deflation during refrigeration.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg