Strawberry Icebox Cake (2024)

If you are looking for the easiest dessert to make this summer, this Strawberry Icebox Cake is it. Layers of cool whip, strawberries and graham crackers is all you need to for a crowd pleasing no bake dessert for any occasion.

This no bake strawberry dessert is easy to make. You may also love these Strawberry Shortcake Bars, Strawberry Fluff Salad or Strawberry Angel Food Cake. This recipe would be perfect served as a 4th of July Cakes.

Why We Love This Recipe

Anytime we have family gathering or get invited to a potluck, this is my go-to dessert. The fresh strawberries always taste the best and it is perfect to make ahead of time.

The combination of the ingredients makes this dessert light with the perfect amount of sweetness and cake-like texture. Feel free to make it with other types of berries for a crowd pleasing treat.

Ingredients

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Variations Ideas

• Fresh Fruit – This dessert is best made with fresh fruit and you can easily change it to what you prefer. You can add in bananas, blackberries, raspberries, or blueberries are all great options.
• Cool Whip – Feel free to make this recipe with homemade whipped cream.
• Cookies – Graham crackers work great, but you can also use other types of cookies such as Oreos or Vanilla Wafers.

How to Make Strawberry Icebox Cake

Step 1 – Spread a ½ container of whipped topping in a layer on the bottom of an 8×8″ baking dish.

Step 2 – Add a layer of graham crackers, breaking as necessary to cover whipped topping.

Step 3 – Top with another ½ container of whipped topping and smooth with a spatula.

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Step 4 – Add ⅓ of the slice strawberries in an even layer.

• Step 5 – Then graham crackers, whipped topping, strawberries, graham crackers, whipped topping and strawberries.
• Step 6 – Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Baking Dish – This recipe is perfect for a 8×8 baking dish. But you can double the recipe and make it in a 9×13 baking dish.
• Strawberries – Slice strawberries about the same size. I like to make sure to cover the entire pan with the graham crackers, cool whip and strawberries. This makes sure that every bite is full of the ingredients.

Why is it called Icebox Cake?

Layers of cookies, cream and fruit are placed in a baking dish and placed in the fridge to chill. There is no baking involved and after about 4 hours in the icebox the layers are softened with a cake texture.

How Long Does Cake Last in the Icebox?

This leftovers cake will stay fresh for up to 3-5 days in the fridge.

How Long to allow the Cake to Chill

It is best to chill the cake after making it for at least 4 hours.