Strawberry Delight

Here’s a light, creamy, and fruity Strawberry Delight dessert — a no-bake layered treat that’s perfect for spring and summer gatherings (or anytime you want something sweet and easy).

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🍓 Strawberry Delight

Serves: 12 | Prep Time: 20 min | Chill Time: 4–6 hours (or overnight)

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🧂 Ingredients:

Crust:

• 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets)

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Cream Cheese Layer:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream)

Strawberry Layer:

• 1 (3 oz) box strawberry Jell-O

• 1 cup boiling water

• ½ cup cold water

• 1½–2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

• Optional: 1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained

Topping:

• Additional whipped topping

• Extra sliced strawberries for garnish

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🔪 Instructions:

1. Make the Crust:

   • Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.

   • Press into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish. Chill while preparing other layers.

2. Cream Cheese Layer:

   • Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.

   • Fold in whipped topping.

   • Spread evenly over crust. Refrigerate while making the Jell-O layer.

3. Strawberry Jell-O Layer:

   • Dissolve Jell-O in 1 cup boiling water. Stir in ½ cup cold water.

   • Let cool to room temperature (but not set).

   • Fold in sliced strawberries (and optional pineapple).

   • Gently pour over cream cheese layer.

4. Chill:

   • Refrigerate for 4–6 hours, or until fully set.

5. Top & Serve:

   • Before serving, spread additional whipped topping on top and garnish with more fresh strawberries.

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💡 Tips:

• Use homemade whipped cream (1 cup heavy cream + 2 tbsp sugar) if you prefer not to use Cool Whip.

• For a shortcut, use store-bought graham cracker crust in a deep-dish pie version.

• Try swapping raspberries, blueberries, or mixed berries for variations.