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Creamy No-Bake Strawberry Lemon Icebox Cake

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A quick and easy no-bake dessert featuring layers of zesty lemon cream, fresh strawberries, and crisp vanilla wafers. Perfect for warm weather and last-minute gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest (freshly grated)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (300 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 package (about 12 oz / 340 g) vanilla wafer cookies

Instructions

  1. Prepare the lemon cream: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
  2. Whip the cream: In a separate large bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until soft peaks form (about 3-4 minutes).
  3. Combine: Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon cream mixture using a spatula until evenly combined.
  4. Assemble the cake: Spread a thin layer of lemon cream at the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking dish. Arrange a single layer of vanilla wafers on top without pressing too hard.
  5. Add fruit and cream layers: Spoon a layer of lemon cream over the wafers, then scatter a generous handful of sliced strawberries. Repeat layering wafers, cream, and strawberries until ingredients are used up, finishing with a cream layer on top.
  6. Chill: Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  7. Serve: Garnish with extra fresh strawberries and a sprinkle of lemon zest. Slice into squares and enjoy.

Notes

Use fresh or properly thawed strawberries to avoid excess liquid. For vegan version, substitute coconut cream for heavy cream and dairy-free cream cheese. Chill at least 4 hours but no more than 24 hours for best texture. Avoid pressing wafers too hard to prevent mushy layers.

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