Description
This Simple No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Lasagna is a delightful layered dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy sweetened cream cheese layer, fresh strawberries, instant cheesecake pudding, and whipped topping. Perfect for summer gatherings, it’s easy to assemble and requires no baking, making it an ideal make-ahead treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 container whipped topping (about 8 ounces)
Fruit Layer
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Pudding Layer
- 1 package instant cheesecake or vanilla pudding mix (3.4 ounces)
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
Topping
- 1 cup additional whipped topping
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until evenly combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish to form an even crust. Refrigerate for about 15 minutes to set the base firmly.
- Mix the Cream Cheese Layer: In a separate mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is well combined and fluffy.
- Assemble Cream Cheese Layer: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust, creating a smooth and even layer.
- Add Fresh Strawberry Layer: Arrange the sliced strawberries evenly over the cream cheese layer, covering the entire surface.
- Prepare Pudding Layer: In another bowl, whisk the instant cheesecake or vanilla pudding mix with cold milk briskly for about 2 minutes or until thickened and smooth.
- Spread Pudding Layer: Evenly spread the thickened pudding over the strawberry layer, ensuring full coverage.
- Add Final Topping: Spoon the remaining whipped topping over the pudding, smoothing it out into a nice top layer. Sprinkle crushed graham crackers on top and garnish with a few extra strawberry slices if desired.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled lasagna at least 3 hours before slicing and serving to allow the layers to set perfectly for clean cuts and enhanced flavor melding.
Notes
- This dessert can be made a day ahead for best results, as it allows the layers to fully set and flavors to meld.
- Feel free to substitute blueberries or raspberries for strawberries to vary the fruit flavor.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened for a smooth, creamy filling without lumps.
