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Creamy No-Bake Strawberry Icebox Cake Recipe with Golden Oreo Layers

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A quick and easy no-bake dessert featuring layers of Golden Oreos, creamy cream cheese filling, and fresh strawberries. Perfect for summer gatherings and last-minute cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 24 Golden Oreos
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and slice 2 cups of fresh strawberries. Set aside.
  2. In a chilled mixing bowl, pour 1 cup of heavy whipping cream. Using an electric mixer or whisk, beat until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. In a separate large bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with ½ cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, being careful not to deflate the fluffiness.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon lemon zest to the filling and fold gently (optional).
  6. Start by spreading a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture on the bottom of a 9×9-inch pan. Arrange a single layer of about 8 Golden Oreos. Spread a generous layer of the creamy filling over the cookies, then scatter sliced strawberries on top. Repeat layering Oreos, cream, and strawberries until you reach the top (usually 3 layers).
  7. Cover the pan with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  8. Once chilled, slice into squares and serve cold.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Whip cream to soft peaks to maintain fluffiness. Fold whipped cream gently into cream cheese mixture to keep airy texture. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture. Slicing strawberries about ¼-inch thick gives a satisfying bite. Frozen strawberries can be used if thawed and drained well. For faster chilling, freeze 1-2 hours but texture will be firmer.

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