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Dreamy No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Lasagna Recipe

Dreamy No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Lasagna Recipe


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  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 7 1x

Description

Rich no bake strawberry cheesecake lasagna combines creamy layers of mascarpone, graham crackers, and fresh strawberries. Chilled dessert delivers sweet summer comfort with delightful texture contrasts for classic Italian-American fusion pleasure.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 450 g (16 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 500 g (1 lb) fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 300 g (2 cups) graham crackers
  • 250 ml (1 cup) heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
  • 200 g (1 cup) granulated sugar
  • 200 g (1 cup) strawberries, diced
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 50 g (¼ cup) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • Whipped cream (for garnish)
  • Additional strawberry slices (for garnish)
  • Crushed graham crackers (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Strawberry Sauce Preparation: Simmer diced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice until fruits release juices and soften. Create a cornstarch slurry if needed for thickening, then cool completely to enhance flavor complexity.
  2. Cheesecake Filling Creation: Whisk cream cheese and sugar until velvety, then fold in whipped cream and vanilla extract to generate a light, airy mixture that forms the dessert’s creamy foundation.
  3. Layering Assembly: In a rectangular dish, construct alternating layers of graham cracker base, cheesecake mixture, fresh strawberry slices, and homemade strawberry sauce. Ensure even distribution and consistent layering for a visually appealing and structurally sound dessert.
  4. Chilling and Setting: Encase the dessert with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of four hours. This crucial resting period allows flavors to meld and textures to harmonize, transforming individual components into a unified culinary experience.
  5. Final Presentation: Garnish with billowy whipped cream, strategically placed fresh strawberry slices, and a delicate sprinkle of crushed graham crackers to introduce textural contrast and elevate visual appeal before serving.

Notes

  • Chill Thoroughly: Refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours to ensure layers set perfectly and flavors meld harmoniously, creating a smooth, slice-able dessert.
  • Sauce Consistency Control: Simmer strawberry sauce slowly and reduce liquid to prevent watery layers, using a cornstarch slurry if needed to achieve ideal thickness without compromising fresh fruit flavor.
  • Cream Cheese Temperature Trick: Ensure cream cheese is room temperature before mixing to eliminate lumps and create a silky, smooth filling that blends seamlessly with whipped cream.
  • Gluten-Free Adaptation: Swap traditional graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour cookies or crushed gluten-free graham-style crackers to make the dessert suitable for those with wheat sensitivities.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 7
  • Calories: 456
  • Sugar: 43 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 17 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 47 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg