Strawberry Delight
A sweet and creamy dessert combining fresh strawberries and a rich cream cheese filling atop a buttery graham cracker crust, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 5 tablespoons butter Melted
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons sugar
For the filling
- 16 ounces cream cheese Softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 cup cold whipping cream
- 8 ounces Cool Whip
For the topping
- 10 strawberries, sliced
- 3 tablespoons strawberry gelatin
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar together. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch dish to form a crust.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, almond extract, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Fold in the whipped cream and Cool Whip until well combined.
- In a small bowl, dissolve the strawberry gelatin in hot water and then add the sliced strawberries to the mixture.
Assembly
- Layer the cream cheese mixture over the crust, followed by the strawberry gelatin mixture with strawberries.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
To store Strawberry Delight, cover it tightly with plastic wrap or foil. Keep it in the refrigerator, where it can stay fresh for about 3-4 days. It’s best served cold, so take it out just before serving. Make sure to let the cream cheese soften at room temperature for a smooth filling. Substitute other fruits if desired.