Create a no-bake, refreshing dessert layered with graham crackers, creamy vanilla pudding, and strawberry pie filling with these simple instructions.
Equipment:
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing bowls
- 7x10x2-inch deep baking dish
Ingredients:
- 21-ounce can of strawberry pie filling
- Two 5.1-ounce packages of French Vanilla instant pudding mix
- 5 cups of milk
- 8 ounces of whipped cream
- Approximately 21 graham crackers
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk until the mixture becomes thick.
- Gently fold in the whipped cream into the thickened pudding to keep the mixture light and airy.
- Take your 7x10x2-inch deep baking dish and create a base layer with graham crackers. You may need to break some crackers to fit the dish perfectly.
- Pour half of the pudding and whipped cream mixture over the first layer of graham crackers, spreading it evenly.
- Add another layer of graham crackers over the pudding layer.
- Repeat the layers by adding the remaining pudding mixture and then one final layer of graham crackers.
- Top the final layer of graham crackers with the strawberry pie filling, spreading it to cover the entire surface.
- Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours to allow the cake to set up and the crackers to soften.
Once set, slice and serve this Strawberry Vanilla Icebox Cake as a delightful and easy dessert that's perfect for any occasion or a simple family treat. Enjoy the creamy layers intertwined with the flavors of ripe strawberries and crisp graham crackers.
