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Easy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle

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A quick and easy no-bake dessert featuring creamy cheesecake layers, fresh strawberries, and crunchy graham crackers assembled in a beautiful trifle bowl. Perfect for any occasion and ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup cold heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 1/2 cups graham crackers, crushed
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • Strawberry jam or preserves (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large chilled mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon lemon zest. Mix until fully combined.
  2. In a separate chilled bowl, whip 1 cup of cold heavy cream to stiff peaks using an electric mixer, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, keeping the texture light and airy.
  4. Crush about 1 1/2 cups of graham crackers into fine crumbs using a rolling pin or food processor.
  5. Hull and slice about 2 cups of fresh strawberries. Optionally toss with 1 tablespoon sugar to draw out juices.
  6. Assemble the trifle by layering 1/3 of the graham cracker crumbs at the bottom of a trifle bowl, followed by 1/3 of the cheesecake filling, then a layer of sliced strawberries and a thin drizzle of strawberry jam if using. Repeat layers two more times, finishing with strawberries on top.
  7. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow layers to meld.
  8. Before serving, optionally garnish with fresh mint leaves or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Notes

Keep cream cheese softened before starting for easier mixing. Use chilled bowls and cold cream for best whipping results. Folding whipped cream gently preserves airy texture. Crush graham crackers to preferred texture for crunch contrast. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor and texture. Frozen strawberries can be used if thawed and drained well. For gluten-free, substitute graham crackers with almond flour or gluten-free cookies. Dairy-free versions can use plant-based cream cheese and coconut cream.

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Keywords: no-bake, strawberry cheesecake, trifle, easy dessert, layered dessert, quick dessert, creamy, fresh strawberries

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