Description
Strawberry Banana Cream Delight is a no-bake layered dessert combining a crunchy graham cracker crust with a smooth cream cheese and whipped cream filling, topped with fresh strawberries and bananas glazed with strawberry preserves. It’s a refreshing and creamy treat perfect for warm weather or any time a light, fruity dessert is desired.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
Topping
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup strawberry preserves, warmed slightly
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar thoroughly to create the crust mixture.
- Press Crust Into Dish: Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking dish and refrigerate to firm up while you prepare the filling.
- Make the Filling: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined, maintaining the light fluffy texture.
- Assemble the Layers: Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the chilled crust, creating the first layer of the dessert.
- Add Fruit Layers: Layer the sliced bananas evenly over the cream cheese filling, then add a layer of sliced strawberries on top.
- Add the Glaze: Warm the strawberry preserves slightly to make it more spreadable, then drizzle it over the fruit layer and gently spread to coat.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 2 hours to allow it to set and the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Slice the dessert into portions and serve chilled. Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before beating for a smooth filling texture.
- Whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks for better stability in the filling.
- Bananas can brown over time; slicing them just before assembling helps keep fruit fresh and vibrant.
- The dessert is best served within 2 days for optimal freshness.
- If preferred, substitute strawberry preserves with any other berry jam or preserves.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
