Strawberry Delight
Make your own Strawberry Delight with a crunchy graham cracker crust, creamy strawberry filling, and fluffy whipped topping. It's a sweet and fruity treat that's perfect for sharing with friends and family!
Strawberry Delight
Strawberry Delight is a perfect treat for any time you're craving something sweet and fruity.
This easy-to-make dessert layers creamy cheese, juicy strawberries, and a crunchy graham cracker crust for a delicious dessert. It's a great layered dessert such as our banana split cake, s'mores icebox cake, or lemon lush.
It's great for summer picnics, holiday gatherings, or just a fun weekend treat.
Whether you're making this for a big family dinner or just a quiet night in, Strawberry Delight is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients for Strawberry Delight
Graham cracker crumbs: It’s best to use finely ground crumbs for a more cohesive and solid crust.
Sugar: A touch of sugar is mixed into the crust to sweeten it.
Butter: Unsalted butter is preferred as it allows you to control the overall saltiness of the dessert.
Fresh strawberries: These are divided for use both within the filling and as a garnish. Make sure the strawberries are ripe and sweet for the best flavor, and slice them uniformly for consistency in texture.
Cream cheese: Make sure to pull out of the fridge for at least a half an hour before making to allow time for it to soften. Full-fat cream cheese is recommended for the richest taste and texture, but low-fat can be used if preferred.
Powdered sugar: This is used to sweeten the cream cheese filling.
Vanilla extract: Pure vanilla extract is preferred for the best flavor but imitation vanilla can be used in a pinch.
Whipped topping: Make sure it's thawed if using from frozen.
Strawberry gelatin mix: A small amount is mixed into the filling and used in the topping for added strawberry flavor and a hint of color.
Graham crackers: Also used as a topping/garnish. Crush them coarsely for a rustic touch.
How to Make Strawberry Delight
Start by mixing together graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a medium-sized bowl until everything is combined well. Pour into a 9x9 inch dish and spread it out and press it down firmly, creating a crust.
Arrange just enough of the sliced strawberries over the graham cracker crust to form a layer. Once done, place it in the refrigerator so it can chill while you get the filling ready.
Chop the remaining strawberries and set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until the mix is smooth and creamy. Carefully fold in the whipped topping to this creamy mix.
Spread half of your cream cheese mixture in an even layer over the layer of sliced strawberries you've prepared on the crust.
Next, take the strawberries you had chopped earlier and spread them over the cream cheese layer.
Mix in the strawberry gelatin into the remaining cream cheese mixture until it's combined well and spread this over the chopped strawberries.
Add a layer of whipped topping over the strawberry and cream cheese layers.
In a food processor, combine graham crackers and strawberry gelatin and pulse them until you get fine crumbs. Add the melted butter, give it a pulse again to blend everything.
Sprinkle this strawberry graham cracker crumbs over the whipped topping layer.
Place in the fridge to chill for at least 4 hours, or until it's firm.
If you'd like, you can add fresh strawberries on top for garnish before serving.
Cut your Strawberry Delight into squares and serve it chilled for everyone to enjoy.
Tips & Tricks to Make the Best Strawberry Delight
Here are some tips and tricks to make it even better and help you save time:
Use Fresh Strawberries: Fresh, local strawberries taste best! They make your Strawberry Delight super yummy. Pick bright red and juicy ones.
Soften Cream Cheese: Make sure your cream cheese is soft before mixing. Leave it out for a bit before you start. It mixes much easier that way.
Gelatin Tip: When you add strawberry gelatin to the cream cheese, make sure it's mixed in really well to avoid lumps.
Layering Trick: Use a spatula to spread layers smoothly. It makes your dessert look pretty when you slice it.
Freeze for Quicker Setting: Short on time? Put the Strawberry Delight in the freezer for about an hour to set faster. Just don't forget it!
Fun Variations: Change it up by adding different fruits like blueberries or raspberries with the strawberries for a berry delight.
How to Store Leftovers
To store leftovers of Strawberry Delight, you just need to either cover with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Make sure to store it in the fridge and consume it within about 3-5 days.
What to Serve with Strawberry Delight
Whipped Cream: Serve the strawberry delight with a dollop of freshly whipped cream.
Shortbread Cookies: Crunchy, buttery shortbread cookies on the side are a great addition.
Chocolate Sauce: Drizzle some rich chocolate sauce over the strawberry delight. Chocolate and strawberries are a classic combo.
Vanilla Ice Cream: A scoop of vanilla ice cream on top or to the side is tasty.
More Delicious Desserts
- Strawberry Delight
- Chocolate Lush
- Peanut Butter Icebox Cake
- Cherry Delight
- No Bake Banana Split Cake
- Lemon Lush
- Strawberry Pretzel Salad
- Banana Pudding
- More Dessert Ideas
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Strawberry Delight
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ½ cup melted butter
For the filling:
- 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries divided
- 2 8 oz package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 2 Tablespoons strawberry gelatin mix
For the topping:
- 2 cups whipped topping
- 2 graham crackers
- 2 teaspoons strawberry gelatin mix
- 1 Tablespoon melted butter
- Fresh strawberries for garnish optional
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9 inch dish to form the crust. Place in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the filling.2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons sugar, ½ cup melted butter
- Arrange just enough of the sliced strawberries over the graham cracker crust to form a layer. Chop the remaining strawberries and set aside.2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Fold in the whipped topping.2 8 oz package cream cheese, softened, 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 cup whipped topping
- Spread half of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the sliced strawberries.
- Over the cream cheese in the dish, add the remaining chopped strawberries.
- To the remaining cream cheese mixture, add the strawberry gelatin and stir until combined. Spread this strawberry cream cheese over the chopped strawberries.2 Tablespoons strawberry gelatin mix
- On top of the strawberry cream cheese layer, add the whipped topping.2 cups whipped topping
- In a food processor, add the graham crackers and strawberry gelatin. Pulse until the graham crackers are crumbs. Add the melted butter and pulse again just until blended.2 graham crackers, 2 teaspoons strawberry gelatin mix, 1 Tablespoon melted butter
- Sprinkle the strawberry graham cracker crumbs over the whipped topping,
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh strawberries if desired. Cut into squares and serve chilled.Fresh strawberries for garnish
Notes
Please note that the nutritional content of this recipe will vary based on the specific ingredients used. For a detailed breakdown of the nutritional values, consider using a recipe nutrition calculator with the exact brands and measurements you've used.
