Description
Sweet layers of creamy strawberry lasagna dance between delicate graham cracker crusts, promising a dessert adventure that blends Italian-inspired structure with summer’s most beloved berry. Cool, luscious filling and fresh strawberries invite you to savor each indulgent spoonful of this playful, no-bake treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 11 ounces (311 grams) vanilla wafers
- 8 tablespoons (113 grams) salted butter, melted
Filling:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, room temperature
- 23 cup (80 grams) powdered sugar
- 14 cup (60 grams) sour cream, room temperature
- 12 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream, room temperature
- 8 ounces (226 grams) whipped topping, thawed
- 3 ounces (85 grams) strawberry gelatin, 1 box
- 34 cup (180 milliliters) boiling water
- 14 cup (60 milliliters) ice cubes
Topping:
- 1 12 cups (225 grams) fresh strawberries, chopped
- 8 ounces (226 grams) whipped topping or whipped cream
- fresh strawberries
- mint
Instructions
- Pulverize vanilla wafers into a fine, sandy consistency using a food processor. Drizzle melted butter and pulse until evenly coated. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a baking dish using a spoon or glass. Refrigerate while preparing subsequent layers.
- Whip cream cheese until silky and light, ensuring no lumps remain. Incorporate powdered sugar gradually, then blend in sour cream. Gently fold whipped topping into the mixture until smooth. Spread evenly over the chilled crust using an offset spatula.
- Dissolve strawberry gelatin in boiling water, stirring until completely transparent. Add ice cubes to rapidly cool the mixture and prevent layer melting. Mix in heavy cream, then delicately fold whipped topping and fresh strawberries into the gelatin. Distribute carefully over the cheesecake layer.
- Seal the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 6-8 hours, preferably overnight. This extended chilling ensures proper layer setting and clean, precise slicing.
- Before serving, top with a generous layer of whipped cream. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices and mint leaves for a vibrant presentation. Slice and serve immediately.
Notes
- Crush wafers thoroughly to ensure a compact, even base that holds together well when serving.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute vanilla wafers with almond flour or gluten-free graham crackers to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Use room temperature cream cheese to prevent lumps and achieve a smoother, silkier filling that blends effortlessly.
- Opt for fresh, ripe strawberries at peak season to maximize natural sweetness and vibrant flavor in the gelatin layer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg