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Easy No-Bake Strawberry and Cream Cookie Icebox Cake

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A quick and easy no-bake icebox cake featuring layers of strawberry cookies, fresh whipped cream, and juicy strawberries. Perfect for a refreshing summer dessert that requires no oven time.

Ingredients

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  • 200g (7 oz) strawberry cookies, store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (about 300g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • Optional garnish: whole strawberries or mint leaves

Instructions

  1. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of heavy whipping cream into a chilled mixing bowl. Add 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer or whisk on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. Avoid overwhipping.
  2. Hull and slice 2 cups (about 300g) of fresh strawberries. Set aside 4-5 whole berries for garnish if desired. Stir in 1 teaspoon lemon zest into the sliced strawberries if using.
  3. Line the bottom of an 8×4 inch (20×10 cm) loaf pan with a single layer of strawberry cookies, fitting them snugly.
  4. Spread one-third of the whipped cream evenly over the cookies, then scatter a layer of sliced strawberries on top.
  5. Repeat layering with cookies, whipped cream, and strawberries until you have three layers or run out of ingredients, ending with a cream layer on top.
  6. Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap or a lid. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight, to allow cookies to soften and flavors to meld.
  7. When ready to serve, remove from fridge and garnish with whole strawberries or fresh mint leaves. Slice with a sharp knife dipped in hot water between cuts for clean slices.

Notes

Chill the mixing bowl and whisk before whipping cream for better results. Use fresh strawberries for best texture; frozen may be watery. Do not rush chilling time; at least 4 hours is needed for best texture. Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water for clean slicing. For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with whipped coconut cream and use dairy-free cookies.

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Keywords: no-bake, strawberry, icebox cake, summer dessert, easy dessert, whipped cream, cookie cake

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