Ingredients:
2 lb. fresh strawberries, washed and sliced
2 sleeves graham crackers
1 – 8 oz. package cream cheese, at room temperature
1 – 14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk
2 – 3.4 oz. packages instant cheesecake flavored pudding
3 cups milk
1 – 12 oz. carton whipped topping, divided
Instructions:
Beat the room-temperature cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until it’s lump-free and smooth.
Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk to the cream cheese, continuing to beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together both packages of instant cheesecake flavored pudding mix and the 3 cups of milk until the mixture thickens.
Gently fold in half of the whipped topping into the pudding mixture.
Begin assembling the icebox cake in a 9×13 inch dish.
At the bottom, arrange a single layer of graham crackers.
Over the graham crackers, spread half of the cream cheese mixture and then half of the pudding mixture.
Add a generous layer of sliced strawberries on top of the pudding mixture.
Repeat the layers by placing another layer of graham crackers over the strawberries.
Spread the remaining cream cheese mixture over the graham crackers, followed by the remaining pudding mixture.
Top with another generous layer of sliced strawberries.
Make a flat surface layer with the remaining half of the whipped topping over the strawberries.
For an added touch of elegance, garnish with a few strawberry slices or a sprinkle of crushed graham crackers.
For optimal results, refrigerate the dish for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, covered with plastic wrap. This enables the flavors to combine and the graham crackers to soften.
Once chilled, slice into squares and serve. Savor this delicious summer treat’s layers of fruity, creamy, and crispy goodness!
The Strawberry Cream Cheese Icebox Cake is a refreshing and delicious dessert that features layers of graham crackers, creamy cream cheese mixture, cheesecake-flavored pudding, and fresh strawberries. It’s a perfect dessert for summer gatherings or any time you’re craving a sweet treat. The best part is that it’s easy to assemble and doesn’t require any baking. Enjoy this delightful dessert with family and friends!