Strawberry Delight is a light and refreshing dessert that combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries with a smooth, creamy filling and a crunchy graham cracker crust. It’s the perfect treat for any occasion, especially during the warmer months when strawberries are in season. This no-bake dessert is easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests.
To start, make the graham cracker crust by mixing crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a baking dish or individual dessert cups to form a firm, even layer. The buttery crust gives a delicious contrast to the creamy filling and adds a satisfying crunch with each bite.
For the creamy filling, combine whipped cream, cream cheese, and a bit of powdered sugar. Blend until smooth and fluffy, creating a light, airy texture that perfectly complements the strawberries. Some versions of this dessert may also include sweetened condensed milk or vanilla pudding for added richness, but the cream cheese and whipped cream base is always a hit.
Next, layer the creamy mixture over the prepared crust. Then, top with fresh sliced strawberries, layering them evenly over the filling. For a little extra sweetness and color, you can drizzle a bit of strawberry syrup or glaze over the top, making it look as beautiful as it tastes.
Refrigerate the dessert for a few hours to allow the layers to set and the flavors to meld. Serve chilled, and garnish with more fresh strawberries or mint leaves for an added touch of elegance.
This Strawberry Delight is the ultimate combination of creamy, sweet, and tangy flavors with a perfect balance of textures. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, celebrating a special occasion, or simply craving a refreshing dessert, this treat is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- 200 ml heavy cream chilled
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 grams cream cheese softened
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then gently fold it into the whipped cream until well combined.
- Layer the sliced strawberries in a serving dish, alternating with the creamy mixture.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Garnish with additional strawberries just before serving.
Notes
🍓 Tips for the Perfect Strawberry Delight
1. Use fresh, ripe strawberries.The fresher, the better! Sweet, juicy strawberries make all the difference in this dessert. If strawberries aren’t in season, frozen can work, but fresh is ideal. 2. Chill your ingredients.
Chilling your whipped cream and cream cheese beforehand helps them whip up more easily and gives the dessert a smoother texture. 3. Whip the cream to soft peaks.
Over-whipping can lead to butter-like texture. Stop when you see soft peaks form, so the cream remains light and airy. 4. Make the base crunchy and sweet.
Crush graham crackers finely for the crust, and mix in a little sugar and melted butter to bind it together. You can even add a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor. 5. Let it set.
After assembling, let the dessert chill in the fridge for at least 2–3 hours (or overnight). This allows the flavors to meld and the layers to firm up. 6. Add a touch of vanilla.
Vanilla extract enhances the creaminess and complements the fresh strawberries beautifully. 7. Layer carefully.
For a beautiful presentation, layer your whipped cream mixture and strawberry slices evenly, ensuring that the strawberries peek through the cream. 8. Top with extra strawberries.
For garnish, pile fresh, sliced strawberries on top for a burst of color and extra flavor. Add a mint leaf for a fresh finishing touch! 9. Experiment with toppings.
You can sprinkle toasted coconut, shredded chocolate, or chopped nuts for added texture and flavor. 10. Make it ahead of time.
This dessert is perfect for prep ahead! You can make it the night before and let it set overnight, which makes it an excellent choice for dinner parties or special occasions.
Nutrition
Too sweet for my taste. Maybe cut down the sugar next time.
Delishhhh! 😋
Yummy! Made this for my family and they all loved it. Will definitely make again!
I tried making this but it turned out kinda runny. Maybe I whipped the cream too much? 🤔
So glad to hear that! This dessert is a hit at my family gatherings too! 🍓
I really don’t think cream cheese belongs here. Maybe just stick to the whipped cream?
So easy to make! I added a bit of lemon juice for tang. Refreshing!
This looks so good! I can’t wait to try it.
Can I use frozen strawberries? Fresh ones are expensive where I live.
Frozen strawberries should work, just give ’em a good rinse first! They might be a lil’ mushy but still tasty.
Easy to make and turns out beautiful! Perfect for parties!
Strawberries? Meh, not my thing. Maybe add chocolate next time? 😒
Delish!! I added a bit of lime juice, yumm!
Lime juice sounds interesting! I never thought of that combo 🤔. Might try it next time!
Strawberries good. Me likey!
Do I have to use cream cheese? Can I substitute it with something else? Help!
Strawberry Delight sounds fancy. I just call it Strawberry Mess. 😂
Fresh strawberries?? Why not use frozen? They’re way cheaper.
It’s too sweet for my taste. Maybe cut down the sugar next time.
Easy recipe but I think it needs more flavor, like lemon!
I made this for my kids and they devoured it! Super easy and delicious!
This sounds fancy but it is just cream and fruit, right? Can’t be that great!
I forgot the sugar and it was still decent. Not the best though.
It was good, but I think it needed more sugar 😕. Not sweet enough for my taste.
This Strawberry Delight is my new fave dessert! So creamy and sweet. Highly recommend!
I couldn’t find heavy cream, used whipped topping instead. Is that okay?
How do you make whipped cream from scratch? Is it even worth it?
This is literally just berries and cream. Boring!
Boring? This is delicious! Sometimes simple is best. 😋
I added some mint leaves for an extra kick! Highly recommend!
Yum! Perfect summer dessert. Will definitely make again 🙂
This was sooo good! My family loved it!
I didn’t have cream cheese, so I used cottage cheese instead. It turned out weird.
I tried this but it turned out a bit too runny… Any tips?
Made this for my birthday and everyone asked for the recipe. Thank you!!!
My kids loved it! Definitely a winner for summer parties.
Honest to God, I’ve never tasted somethin’ that good. Gonna make it again for sure!
This is soooo good! I can’t stop eating it!
Sounds good but I wonder if it’s too sweet with all that sugar?
I know right?! It’s like strawberries and cream in heaven!