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A slice of creamy strawberry icebox cake with layers of graham crackers, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries.

Strawberry Icebox Cake

A simple and refreshing dessert made with strawberries and cream, perfect for a warm day.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 package graham crackers about 21 crackers
For the Filling
  • 2 cups heavy cream cold
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pound strawberries hulled and sliced

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Line the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish with graham crackers, breaking them as needed to fit.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the cold heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
  3. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
  4. Spread half of the whipped cream mixture evenly over the graham crackers.
  5. Layer half of the sliced strawberries over the whipped cream.
  6. Repeat the layers: another layer of graham crackers, the remaining whipped cream, and the remaining strawberries.
  7. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the crackers to soften and the flavors to meld.
  8. Slice and serve.

Notes

You can add a layer of crushed graham crackers on top for extra texture if desired. For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of lemon zest to the whipped cream.

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