Description

This Strawberries and Cream Dream Layer dessert is everything you love about classic strawberries-and-cream—fluffy, creamy layers paired with juicy strawberries and a soft cake or cookie base. It’s elegant, easy, and always a crowd-pleaser for holidays, parties, or anytime you want a no-fuss showstopper.

Ingredients

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For the Base

1 prepared angel food cake (or vanilla cake), cubed
– or –

1 package vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies

For the Cream Layer

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1½ cups whipped topping (Cool Whip)

For the Strawberry Layer

3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

¼ cup granulated sugar (optional, if berries aren’t sweet)

For Topping

Extra whipped topping

Fresh strawberry slices

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Instructions

1. Prep the Strawberries (≈ 5 minutes)

Toss sliced strawberries with granulated sugar if using.
Let sit for 10 minutes to release juices.

2. Make the Cream Filling (≈ 3 minutes)

Beat cream cheese until smooth.
Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; mix until creamy.
Gently fold in whipped topping until light and fluffy.

3. Assemble the Dream Layers 🍓✨

In a trifle bowl or 9×9-inch dish, layer in this order:

Cake cubes or cookies
Cream mixture
Strawberries + juices

Repeat layers until the dish is full, finishing with a creamy layer on top.

4. Chill & Set (≈ 1–2 hours)

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow layers to meld beautifully.

5. Garnish & Serve 🤍

Top with extra whipped topping and fresh strawberry slices.
Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.

Tips & Variations

Add a layer of strawberry pie filling for extra color.
Swap strawberries for raspberries or mixed berries.
Use pound cake for a richer version.