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    Home » Recipes » Desserts » Strawberry Delight

    Strawberry Delight

    Published: Jul 14, 2023 by Sherri · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    This Strawberry Delight is a deliciously light dessert with layers of buttery cookie crust, sweet cheesecake, and a creamy strawberry gelatin. It’s an easy no-bake dessert with fresh strawberries for the ultimate strawberry dessert that is luscious down to the last crumbs on the plate. 

    Love strawberry desserts? Be sure to check out my easy strawberry fluff salad, this light strawberry poke cake or this amazing strawberry crunch cake.

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    Slice of strawberry delight on white plate.

    Table of contents

    • Strawberry Lush
    • Ingredients/shopping list
    • Variations/ Substitutions
    • How to Make this No-Bake Dessert
    • Tips
    • FAQ’s

    Strawberry Lush

    This dessert is know by a few names, some call it strawberry lush, strawberry lasagna but we call it strawberry delight.  If you have a surplus of fresh strawberries that you are devouring this strawberry season, then you will love this layered strawberry treat.

    This has an amazing dreamy filling that just melts in your mouth. This will easily become a go-to dessert for summer cookouts, parties, or an easy family dessert. 

    Slice of strawberry delight with fork on small white plate.

    Ingredients/shopping list

    Ingredients for Strawberry delight - strawberries, strawberry jello, water, cool whip, powdered sugar, cream cheese, golden oreos, vanilla extract and salt.

    Oreos-  Golden Oreos add such a great crunch for the crust of this dessert. You can swap for graham crackers if you’d like.

    Butter – Unsalted butter is recommended. If you use salted, just leave the salt out of the recipe. 

    Cream Cheese – Opt for full-fat cream cheese for that decadent creamy cheesecake layer. 

    Powdered Sugar – This is going to add sweetness and thicken up the cheesecake layer. 

    Cool Whip – You will use a couple of containers of Cool Whip for this strawberry layer recipe. 

    Strawberries – Fresh and ripe berries are recommended for this dessert. 

    Jello – Reach for a box of strawberry Jello mix. 

    Variations/ Substitutions

    1. You can use classic Oreos, Nilla wafers, or even a graham cracker crumbs for the crust instead of the Golden Oreo flavor. Feel free to change up the crust. Just use a fine crumb crumble to mix with the butter and salt. Or even consider a pecan crust. 
    2. Whip up a creamy dream whip filling to spread on top of the layered dessert for a creamy topping instead of Cool Whip. 
    3.Add other flavors of fruit like raspberries, blueberries, etc. 
    4. Opt for lower-fat cream cheese to reduce fat in the dessert for the cream cheese layer. The full fat will offer the best texture and richness but it can be swapped. 
    5. Add a layer of fresh berries right on top of the crust, for added strawberry flavor. Then move to the cheesecake layer on top of the strawberries and follow the regular steps. 
    6. You could use a strawberry pie filling instead of fresh berries. The strawberry filling will be sweeter as it does have added sugar. 

    How to Make this No-Bake Dessert

    Full steps on how to make strawberry lush are in the printable recipe card along with measurements. This is a quick walkthrough on how to make this refreshing dessert. 

    Step 1 – Spray a 9×13″ rectangle dish with cooking spray and set it to the side. 

    Golden oreos crumbled up in food processor.

    Step 2 – In a food processor, add the cookies and pulse for a few seconds to create a fine crumb. 

    Golden oreo breadcrumbs in mixing bowl.
    Golden oreo breadcrumb and butter combined in glass mixing bowl.

    Step 3 – Add the melted butter and salt and mix to combine fully.

    Breadcrumb crust lining bottom of baking dish.

    Step 4 – Then pour into the prepared dish and press them down evenly and firmly. 

    Place the dish in the freezer while you prepare the filling. 

    Cream cheese in mixing bowl.
    Cream cheese mixture in mixing bowl.

    Step 5 – For the strawberry cheesecake filling, add the softened cream cheese and vanilla into a bowl. Blend well until nice and creamy. Then blend in the powdered sugar

    Cream cheese and cool whip in a large mixing bowl.
    Mixing bowl consisting of strawberry and cream cheese mixture.

    Step 6 – Next, add in the whipped cream and fold it gently in then add in the diced strawberries and stir gently as well. 

    Strawberry delight in baking dish without topping.

    Step 6 – Pour the mixture on top of the crust and spread it in an even layer. Then place the dish back in the freezer again. 

    Strawberry jello mix in glass mixing bowl.
    Cool whip and strawberry jello mix in glass mixing bowl.
    Pink strawberry jello in mixing bowl.

    Step 7 – Next, boil water in a pot. In another mixing bowl, add the jello packet and add the ¾ cup of boiling water and stir until all the powder is completely melted. Then, add in the ice water and mix well. 

    Then fold in the Cool Whip and place bowl in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to chill and thicken. 

    Strawberry delight with strawberry jello layer in large baking dish.

    Step 8 – Once the mixture has chilled, spread over the cheesecake layer. 

    Strawberry delight with cool whip topping in large baking dish.

    Step 9 – Then place the finished dessert back in the refrigerator until ready to serve. 

    Strawberry delight in baking dish topped with whole strawberry.

    Right before serving, top with one more layer of whipped topping and extra strawberries (whole or sliced strawberries) and/or cookie crumbs. 

    Tips

    • Make sure to use softened cream cheese. Otherwise, your cream cheese mixture will have clumps and not mix well together. 
    • Use a spatula to fold in the Cool Whip into the layers, otherwise, it can cause the whipped cream to deflate when mixed. 
    • It is important to freeze the crust, as it will help ensure it sets up fully. Just spread the layers right on top of the frozen crust. 
    • If you are mixing up the layers with a hand mixer start with a low speed so it doesn’t splash out of the bowl. 
    • As the strawberries sit in the refrigerator they will break down and release more liquid. Just know this is normal. 
    • You can make homemade whipped topping but I do find it can fall quicker in the recipe. But just whip heavy whipping cream to stiff peaks with a tiny bit of sugar if you want to make your own whipped cream. 

    FAQ’s

    How to Store?

    Store this strawberry no-bake dessert in the fridge in an airtight container for around 4-5 days. The berries will release juice as they sit, so know it is best to eat freshly made.  You can make this a day ahead of time if you want. I just recommend waiting to top with the last layer of whipped cream and berries until right before you are ready to serve it up.

    Can you freeze strawberry delight?

    Due to the jello and other ingredients, you will find this is not a great freezer-friendly dessert as it will create ice crystals usually. I recommend not freezing the leftover strawberry lush. 

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    Slice of strawberry delight on white plate.

    Strawberry Delight

    This Strawberry Delight is a deliciously light dessert with layers of buttery cookie crust, sweet cheesecake, and a creamy strawberry gelatin. It's an easy no-bake dessert with fresh strawberries for the ultimate strawberry dessert that is luscious down to the last crumbs on the plate. 
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Chill Time: 4 hours hours 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 hours hours
    Servings: 15 slices
    Calories: 496kcal
    Author: Sherri Hagymas

    Ingredients

    For the Crust:

    • 36 Golden Oreos cookies
    • ½ cup unsalted butter melted (1 stick)
    • ¼ teaspoon salt

    For the Cheesecake Layer:

    • 16 ounces full fat cream cheese at room temperature (2 blocks)
    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
    • 8 ounces Cool Whip thawed
    • 2 ½ cups diced strawberries

    For the Strawberry Jello Layer

    • 3 ounce box strawberry Jell-O mix
    • ¾ cup boiling water
    • ¾ cup ice water
    • 8 ounce tub Cool Whip thawed

    For the Topping:

    • 8 ounces Cool Whip thawed
    • Additional fresh strawberries
    • Golden Oreo crumbles optional

    Instructions

    • Spray a 9×13 baking pan with cooking spray and set aside.

    Make the crust:

    • Add the Golden Oreos into a food processor and pulse for a few seconds until it is fine and resembles sand
      36 Golden Oreos cookies
    • Add the crumbles to a medium mixing bowl and add the melted butter and salt. Stir until all the crumbs are moistened.
      ½ cup unsalted butter, ¼ teaspoon salt
    • Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared dish. Use you fingers or the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to press it firmly and evenly)
    • Place the dish in the freezer to chill while mixing the cheesecake layer.

    Make the strawberry cheesecake layer:

    • In a large mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese and vanilla extract and blend with an electric hand mixer on medium-high speed until fluffy.
      16 ounces full fat cream cheese, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
    • Then gradually add the powdered sugar in batches and beat completely mix in.
      1 cup powdered sugar
    • Add in one of the 8 ounce containers of thawed Cool Whip.
      8 ounces Cool Whip
    • Then add in the diced strawberries. (Make sure the strawberries have been patted dry before blending in so it doesn’t become too watery).
      2 ½ cups diced strawberries
    • Remove the crust from the freezer and add the cheesecake layer and, using a spatula, spread evenly to the top of the crust
    • Place the dish back into the freezer while preparing the strawberry jello layer.

    Make the Strawberry Jello layer:

    • In a separate mixing bowl, combine the strawberry jello powder mix with boiling hot water and stir together until fully dissolved.
      3 ounce box strawberry Jell-O mix, ¾ cup boiling water
    • Add in the ice water and stir. The liquid should now be cold to touch. If not, then allow it to cool completely for a few minutes before adding in the Cool Whip. You can also put it in thr refrigerator for about 5 minutes.
      ¾ cup ice water
    • Once cooled, add in the other 8 ounces of Cool Whip and stir until completely combined.
      8 ounce tub Cool Whip
    • Place the bowl in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow it to chill and thicken.
    • After chilling the strawberry mixture, remove the baking dish from the freezer and add the strawberry mixture to the top of the cheesecake layer and spread it evenly.
    • Place the dish back in the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours. (you can leave it in the refrigerator overnight as well)
    • Before serving, add the Cool Whip layer and spread evenly over top.
      8 ounces Cool Whip
    • Serve chilled. Top with extra strawberries and Golden Oreo crumbs just before serving.
      Additional fresh strawberries, Golden Oreo crumbles

    Notes

    Use regular Golden Oreos, not Double Stuffed, and be sure to pulse the whole Oreo with the cream filling. You can also use regular chocolate oreos for a chocolate strawberry delight!
    Use grahams crackers instead of Oreos if desired.
    Swap the powdered sugar for ¼ cup – ½ cup of white sugar.
    Use homemade whipped cream if desired.
    Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
    For the best even layers, I recommend freezing it for 15-30 minutes between each layer.
    To slice clean, firm pieces, place the whole finished dessert in the freezer for an hour before serving. Be careful not to freeze completely or the texture of the jello layer will change.
    Store in the refrigerator. It can be made a day in advance and it is best eaten within 1-2 days. Wait to top with additional fresh strawberries or graham cracker crumbles until ready to serve.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1slice | Calories: 496kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 306mg | Potassium: 118mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 47g | Vitamin A: 675IU | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 1mg

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    Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.

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