Description
A delicious and layered dessert featuring creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup additional strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Toss gently and let sit for about 10 minutes to macerate.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, mixing until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- To assemble the trifle, start by layering half of the graham cracker mixture in the bottom of a large trifle dish or individual serving glasses.
- Add half of the cream cheese mixture on top of the graham cracker layer, followed by half of the macerated strawberries.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining graham cracker mixture, cream cheese mixture, and strawberries.
- Top with additional whipped cream if desired and garnish with the reserved strawberries.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with Greek yogurt.
- You can also add a layer of chocolate shavings or use blueberries instead of strawberries for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg