Strawberry Cream Cheese Icebox Cake Recipe
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Add the powdered sugar and continue to beat until well combined.
2. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add in the vanilla extract and lemon zest, mixing until creamy.
3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until evenly incorporated.
4. Line the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish with a layer of graham crackers, breaking them if needed to fit.
5. Spread a third of the cream mixture over the graham crackers, followed by a layer of sliced strawberries.
6. Repeat the layers – graham crackers, cream mixture, and strawberries – until you reach the top of the dish, finishing with a layer of the cream mixture on top.
7. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
8. Before serving, garnish the cake with additional sliced strawberries and fresh mint leaves for a vibrant presentation.
