Strawberry Lasagna
Indulge in layers of creamy mascarpone cheese, fresh strawberries, and crunchy graham crackers in this stunning dessert delight.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1 package Graham Crackers, crushed into fine crumbs About 10-12 sheets
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, melted
For the cream cheese layer
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 8 ounces Whipped Topping, thawed (can substitute with homemade whipped cream)
For the strawberry layer
- 3 cups Fresh Strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers with melted butter. Mix well until all crumbs are coated.
- Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish to form an even layer. Allow it to set.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until it’s mixed well.
Assembly
- Spread half of the cream cheese filling over the prepared crust.
- Layer half of the sliced strawberries over the cream cheese filling.
- Spread the remaining cream cheese mixture on top of the strawberries.
- Finish with a final layer of the remaining sliced strawberries and sprinkle some powdered sugar over the top.
Chilling
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Once set, cut into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
Customize your filling with other fruits. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Not suitable for freezing.