Memorial Day No-Bake Icebox Cake (Printable)

Whipped cream and graham crackers layered with strawberries, chilled into a light, patriotic summer dessert.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy & Cream

01 - 2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
02 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Cookies & Base

04 - 1 (14-ounce) box graham crackers

→ Fruit

05 - 1 1/2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

→ Optional Garnish

06 - 1/4 cup blueberries
07 - Fresh mint leaves

# How To Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the cold heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
02 - Spread a thin layer of whipped cream on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
03 - Arrange a single layer of graham crackers over the whipped cream, breaking the crackers as needed to cover the entire surface.
04 - Spread 1/3 of the remaining whipped cream over the graham crackers. Top with 1/3 of the sliced strawberries.
05 - Repeat the layers twice more—graham crackers, whipped cream, strawberries—finishing with a final layer of whipped cream and arranged strawberries on top.
06 - For a patriotic touch, scatter blueberries over the top and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
07 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the cake to set and the layers to meld.
08 - Serve chilled, slicing carefully with a sharp knife for clean layers.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can assemble it hours ahead and let your fridge do the magic while you relax.
  • It’s foolproof, showy, and nobody can resist the nostalgic pairing of cream and berries.
02 -
  • One summer, I rushed and tried to serve it early, only to discover the crackers were still crunchy—always let it chill for the full time.
  • Adding the berries between layers, not just on top, brings so much juiciness that spoonfuls are never dry or dull.
03 -
  • Don’t be afraid to slightly overfill with berries—what looks too much raw is perfect once chilled.
  • A dash of almond extract instead of vanilla gives the whole cake a bakery aroma that’s unforgettable.
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