This Easy Frozen Strawberry Dessert is a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of strawberries with the creamy richness of cream cheese and whipped cream, all nestled atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for warm weather or any time you’re craving a cool and refreshing dessert, this frozen delight is sure to impress with its creamy texture and burst of strawberry flavor. With just a few simple steps, you can whip up this delicious dessert to enjoy with family and friends.
Ingredients:
- Graham Cracker Crumbs: Form the base of the dessert, providing a crunchy and buttery texture.
- Unsalted Butter: Melted butter helps bind the graham cracker crumbs together for the crust.
- Granulated Sugar: Adds sweetness to the graham cracker crust.
- Cream Cheese: Provides richness and creaminess to the dessert filling.
- Powdered Sugar: Sweetens the cream cheese filling and helps create a smooth texture.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: Adds sweetness and creaminess to the filling.
- Vanilla Extract: Enhances the flavor of the dessert with its aromatic sweetness.
- Heavy Whipping Cream: Whipped to stiff peaks and folded into the filling for a light and airy texture.
- Fresh Strawberries: Pureed and diced strawberries add a vibrant flavor and texture to the dessert.
How To Make Easy Frozen Strawberry Dessert:
- Prepare the graham cracker crust by combining graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press half of the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13 inch pan.
- Puree whole strawberries in a blender until smooth, then set aside.
- Whip heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form, then set aside.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until creamy, then add condensed milk, vanilla extract, and pureed strawberries. Beat until well combined.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
- Fold in diced strawberries, then spread the filling over the graham cracker crust.
- Sprinkle the remaining graham cracker crumbs over the top of the filling.
- Freeze the dessert for at least 5 hours before serving.
- Allow the dessert to thaw for 20-30 minutes before serving to soften slightly.
Tips:
- For easier slicing, run a knife under hot water before cutting the frozen dessert.
- Customize the dessert by using different fruits or adding chocolate chips or nuts to the filling.
- Garnish with fresh strawberry slices or whipped cream before serving for an extra-special presentation.
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