Imagine a dessert so creamy, so luscious, and so effortlessly delicious that it requires zero baking and only minutes to prepare. Our No Bake Strawberry Cream Dessert is the ultimate summer treat that will make your taste buds dance and your guests beg for the recipe! With layers of soft ladyfinger cookies, billowy whipped cream, and fresh, juicy strawberries, this dessert is about to become your new go-to sweet sensation that looks like you spent hours in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
- 1 package ladyfinger cookies
Instructions
- Start by preparing all your ingredients. Gather 1 cup of heavy cream, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 2 cups of fresh strawberries (diced), and 1 package of ladyfinger cookies.
- In a large mixing bowl, pour in the heavy cream. Using an electric mixer, whip the cream on medium-high speed until it starts to thicken.
- Gradually add the 1/2 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the whipped cream while continuing to beat. Continue whipping until the cream forms stiff peaks, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Once the whipped cream is ready, gently fold in the diced strawberries. Make sure to combine them evenly without deflating the whipped cream.
- Take a rectangular or square serving dish and start layering the dessert. Begin with a layer of ladyfinger cookies at the bottom of the dish.
- Next, spread half of the strawberry cream mixture over the layer of ladyfingers, smoothing it out evenly with a spatula.
- Add another layer of ladyfinger cookies on top of the cream mixture, followed by the remaining strawberry cream mixture. Spread it out evenly again.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
- Once chilled, remove the dessert from the refrigerator. Optionally, you can garnish the top with additional diced strawberries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce before serving.
- Slice into squares or scoop into bowls to serve. Enjoy your delightful No Bake Strawberry Cream Dessert!
Tips
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the most intense flavor and vibrant color.
- Ensure your heavy cream is very cold before whipping for the best volume and texture.
- When whipping cream, start at a low speed and gradually increase to prevent splattering.
- For a firmer set, you can chill the dessert for up to 4-6 hours before serving.
- For an extra touch of elegance, consider garnishing with fresh mint leaves or chocolate shavings.
- If ladyfingers are unavailable, you can substitute with graham crackers or vanilla wafers.
- Always fold strawberries gently to maintain the cream's airy texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 287kcal
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 50mg
