Description
Strawberry Lasagna is a delightful no-bake layered dessert featuring a crunchy vanilla wafer crust, a creamy cheesecake layer, and a luscious strawberry gelatin topping with fresh strawberries. Perfectly chilled and topped with whipped cream, this dessert combines textures and flavors for a refreshing treat ideal for gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cookie Crust:
- 2 cups vanilla wafers, crushed
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
For the Strawberry Layer:
- 2 (3 oz) packages strawberry gelatin (Jell-O)
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
For Garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Make the crust: Crush vanilla wafers finely and combine them with melted butter. Press this crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to create an even crust layer. Chill slightly to set if desired.
- Prepare the cheesecake layer: Beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the sour cream until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping to maintain the airy texture. Spread this creamy mixture evenly over the prepared crust.
- Create the strawberry layer: Dissolve the strawberry gelatin powder in boiling water. Once fully dissolved, add ice cubes to cool the mixture quickly, stirring occasionally. When cooled but still liquid, stir in the heavy cream and whipped topping until blended. Fold in the sliced fresh strawberries. Spread this strawberry gelatin mixture gently over the cheesecake layer.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled dessert for 4 to 6 hours or until the strawberry layer is set completely. Before serving, top with additional whipped cream and garnish with fresh strawberries for an appealing presentation.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream for the best creamy texture.
- Ensure the strawberry gelatin layer is cooled before adding heavy cream to prevent curdling.
- The dessert can be made a day ahead and kept refrigerated.
- Variations can include raspberries or blueberries instead of strawberries.
- For a lighter version, substitute whipped topping with whipped coconut cream to make it dairy-free, though texture will vary.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no baking required)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake, refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12th of the recipe)
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
