Strawberry Shortcake Lush (No-Bake Delight)
A no-bake, refreshing summer dessert featuring a crunchy cookie crust, creamy layers of sweetened cream cheese and whipped topping, and juicy strawberries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups crushed golden Oreos or vanilla wafers
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
8 oz whipped topping, thawed (plus extra for topping)
1 (21 oz) can strawberry pie filling or 2 cups fresh sliced strawberries
Extra cookie crumbs or strawberry slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine crushed golden Oreos or vanilla wafers with melted butter in a medium bowl. Press into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form the crust.
- Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in thawed whipped topping until well combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the prepared crust.
- If using fresh strawberries, arrange them evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Spread the strawberry pie filling or additional fresh strawberries over the top layer.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow the dessert to set.
- Before serving, garnish with extra cookie crumbs or fresh strawberry slices if desired.
Notes
- Use gluten-free vanilla wafers or cookies for a gluten-free version.
- Substitute dairy-free cream cheese and whipped topping for a dairy-free version.
- Opt for sugar-free alternatives to reduce sugar content.
- Try other fruits like blueberries, raspberries, or peaches for variety.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Serve chilled; no reheating needed.
- Chopped nuts can be added on top for extra crunch.
- Press crust firmly and refrigerate before layering to prevent sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximate)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
