Description
This Strawberry Shortcake Icebox Cake recipe delivers a light, no‑bake dessert perfect for hot summer days. Layer fluffy vanilla cookies with sweetened whipped cream and fresh strawberry slices, then chill for a few hours. The result is an airy, creamy cake that holds its shape, making it ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a simple family treat. Easy to assemble, the recipe requires only a few pantry staples and offers a refreshing twist on classic strawberry shortcake. Enjoy this cool treat now!
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 package vanilla cookies
- 1 cup berry jam (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Spread a thin layer of whipped cream on the bottom of a rectangular dish.
- Place a layer of vanilla cookies over the cream, followed by a layer of sliced strawberries.
- Repeat layers, finishing with whipped cream on top.
- Optional: spread a thin layer of berry jam between layers.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Slice and serve chilled, garnished with extra strawberries if desired.
Notes
- For best results
- use cold heavy cream and fresh strawberries. Chill the assembled cake overnight for a softer cookie texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Strawberry Shortcake Icebox Cake, strawberry icebox cake, easy strawberry dessert, no bake strawberry cake, summer dessert recipes, quick strawberry shortcake, vanilla cookie dessert, whipped cream strawberry cake, make ahead desserts, strawberry shortcake variations