Layered Strawberry Vanilla Cream Dessert 🍓🍰✨

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Fresh strawberries, silky vanilla cream, and a buttery crunchy base come together in this beautiful no-bake dessert. Light, creamy, refreshing, and perfect for spring gatherings, summer days, or anytime you want an elegant homemade treat.

Why You’ll Love This Dessert ❤️

  • No baking needed
  • Creamy and refreshing
  • Easy to prepare
  • Beautiful layered presentation
  • Perfect for parties and family gatherings

Nutritional Information 🍽️

Per serving (approximate):

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fat: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sodium: 150mg

Ingredients 🧂

Strawberry Layer

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)

Vanilla Cream Layer

  • 1½ cups heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp unflavored gelatin powder
  • 2 tbsp cold water

Crumb Base

  • 1½ cups graham cracker or digestive biscuit crumbs
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 tbsp sugar

Instructions 👨‍🍳

Step 1 – Prepare the Strawberries

In a bowl combine:

  • Sliced strawberries
  • Sugar
  • Lemon juice

Mix gently and let sit for 15–20 minutes until juicy and syrupy.

Step 2 – Make the Crust

Mix:

  • Biscuit crumbs
  • Melted butter
  • Sugar

Press firmly into the bottom of an 8×8 inch dish or springform pan.

Refrigerate while preparing the cream.

Step 3 – Bloom the Gelatin

Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small bowl.

Let sit for 5 minutes.

Microwave for 10–15 seconds until dissolved completely.

Do not boil.

Step 4 – Prepare the Vanilla Cream

In a large bowl combine:

  • Heavy cream
  • Milk
  • Powdered sugar
  • Vanilla extract

Whip until soft peaks form.

Slowly pour in the dissolved gelatin while mixing.

Continue whipping until stiff peaks form.

Step 5 – Assemble the Dessert ✨

First Layer

Spread half of the vanilla cream over the chilled crust.

Strawberry Layer

Add about two-thirds of the strawberries with some juices.

Final Cream Layer

Spread the remaining cream gently on top.

Garnish

Decorate with remaining strawberry slices.

Step 6 – Chill ❄️

Cover loosely and refrigerate for at least:

  • 4 hours
    or preferably overnight

This helps the dessert set perfectly.

Serving Suggestions 🍓

Serve cold and fresh.

Perfect with:

  • Coffee
  • Tea
  • Fresh mint garnish
  • White chocolate drizzle

Helpful Tips ❤️

  • Use very cold whipping cream for the best texture.
  • Fresh strawberries give the brightest flavor and firmer texture.
  • Frozen strawberries can work, but thaw and drain them first.
  • Don’t overwhip the cream or it may become grainy.

Storage 🧊

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.

Serve chilled only.

Delicious Variations 😋

  • Add raspberries or blueberries
  • Use chocolate cookie crumbs for the base
  • Add toasted coconut or nuts
  • Replace vanilla extract with vanilla bean paste
  • Add mascarpone for extra richness

Conclusion 🍰✨

This Layered Strawberry Vanilla Cream Dessert is creamy, fruity, elegant, and surprisingly easy to make. Every spoonful combines juicy strawberries, silky vanilla cream, and buttery crumbs into one irresistible no-bake dessert everyone will love.

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