Description
This light and indulgent no-bake dessert combines the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the fruity freshness of strawberries, all wrapped in an airy, fluffy texture perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese, softened
3.4 oz instant cheesecake pudding mix
1 cup milk
8 oz whipped topping, thawed (like Cool Whip)
3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1 ½ cups mini marshmallows
½ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Beat the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until completely smooth and lump-free.
Step 2: Add ½ cup of powdered sugar and 1 tsp of vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Continue beating until fully incorporated.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cheesecake pudding mix and 1 cup milk. Let the mixture stand for a few minutes until it thickens.
Step 4: Fold the thickened pudding mixture into the cream cheese base using a rubber spatula or spoon until completely combined and creamy. Do not overmix.
Step 5: Gently fold in the 8 oz thawed whipped topping until no streaks remain.
Step 6: Carefully fold in the 3 cups of sliced strawberries and 1 ½ cups of mini marshmallows. Ensure strawberries are patted dry before adding.
Step 7: Refrigerate the mixture for at least one hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the fluff to firm up.
Notes
For best results, use softened cream cheese and ensure strawberries are thoroughly dried. Garnish with extra graham cracker crumbs or chocolate shavings before serving, if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8th of recipe
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
