Description
This refreshing and creamy Strawberry Lasagna is a delicious no-bake dessert layered with a buttery Oreo crust, a smooth cream cheese filling, fresh strawberries, and fluffy whipped cream. Perfect for warm weather and gatherings, it offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust
- 1 package (about 12 oz) Golden Oreos or graham crackers, crushed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
Strawberry Layer
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for extra brightness)
Whipped Cream Layer
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, mix the crushed Golden Oreos or graham crackers with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form an even crust. Place the dish in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the next layers.
- Make the cream cheese layer: Beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth and creamy. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, preserving the airiness. Then, spread this mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
- Prepare the strawberry layer: Toss the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and optional lemon juice in a separate bowl. Allow them to sit for 10-15 minutes so they release a natural syrup, enhancing their sweetness and flavor.
- Make the whipped cream layer: Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract in a large bowl until stiff peaks form. Spread this whipped cream smoothly and evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Assemble the lasagna: Evenly layer the sweetened strawberries on top of the whipped cream layer, distributing them generously for a juicy fruit topping.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled strawberry lasagna for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and layers to set firmly.
- Serve: Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy the cool, creamy, and fruity dessert perfect for any occasion.
Notes
- Use Golden Oreos for a sweeter, vanilla-flavored crust or graham crackers for a more traditional taste.
- Lemon juice in the strawberry layer is optional but adds brightness and balances sweetness.
- You can prepare this dessert a day ahead to save time and enhance flavor melding.
- For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries for optimal sweetness and juiciness.
- This recipe is a no-bake dessert, ideal for warm days and easy entertaining.
