Step 3: Build Additional Layers
- Repeat the process: cookies, cream mixture, and strawberries.
- Depending on the size of your dish, you can build 2–3 layers. The top layer should be cream to create a smooth surface.
- Press lightly with a spatula to compact slightly, but don’t overdo it—cookies need space to soften.
Step 4: Chill in the Refrigerator
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap or a lid.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the cookies to absorb moisture from the cream and soften into cake-like layers.
Step 5: Add the Finishing Touches
- Just before serving, garnish the top with additional fresh strawberry slices.
- Optionally, sprinkle some crushed cookies or chocolate shavings for a decorative touch.
- For extra freshness, add a few mint leaves on top.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
- Slice the icebox cake carefully with a sharp knife, wiping the knife between cuts for clean edges.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the creamy, fruity layers with every bite.
Tips for the Perfect Icebox Cake
- Softening the Cream Cheese: Let it sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes to ensure smooth mixing.
- Cookie Choice: Graham crackers provide a classic flavor, while chocolate wafers give a richer, more decadent taste.
- Strawberry Prep: Pat strawberries dry before layering to prevent excess moisture from making the cake soggy.
- Storage: Keep the icebox cake covered in the fridge; it stays fresh for up to 3 days.
This Strawberry Cream Cheese Icebox Cake is a dessert that feels fancy but is incredibly easy to make. Its layers of creamy filling, soft cookies, and juicy strawberries make it a favorite at summer parties, birthdays, or anytime you crave something sweet and cool. The best part? You don’t even need to bake it!
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