Strawberry Shortcake Lasagna is an easy no-bake dessert that layers sweet strawberries, creamy cheesecake filling, and tender shortcake cookies into one delicious dessert. It has all the flavors of classic strawberry shortcake but comes together in a fun layered dessert that is perfect for spring and summer gatherings.
This strawberry dessert is especially good for potlucks, holidays, birthdays, and family dinners because you can make it ahead of time and keep it chilled until you are ready to serve. Every bite has a combination of creamy, fruity, and sweet flavors that makes it hard to stop at just one serving.
If you like dessert recipes check out these - Berry Cheesecake Salad, Blueberry Cheesecake Bars, or Air Fryer Cheesecake Stuffed Apples
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Why This Works
This recipe takes the familiar flavors of strawberry shortcake and turns them into an easy layered dessert. Instead of baking individual shortcakes, you simply layer the ingredients in a dish and let everything chill together.
The strawberries provide a fresh and slightly tart contrast to the sweet cheesecake filling. The cookies soften as the dessert chills, creating a texture similar to a traditional shortcake.
Another reason this recipe works so well is that it can be prepared ahead of time. Giving the dessert several hours in the refrigerator allows the layers to set and the flavors to blend together.
Ingredients Needed
- Whipped topping: Whipped topping makes the cream cheese layer light and fluffy. You can also use homemade whipped cream.
- Powdered sugar: Powdered sugar sweetens the cream cheese mixture while keeping it smooth.
- Shortcake cookies: Shortcake cookies create the layers and provide the cake-like texture. You can use your favorite store-bought shortbread or shortcake cookies. Like Nilla Wafers
- Strawberries: Fresh strawberries are the star of this dessert. Choose ripe strawberries that are bright red and sweet for the best flavor.
- Vanilla extract: A little vanilla enhances the sweetness and gives the creamy filling a classic cheesecake flavor.
How to Make Strawberry Shortcake Lasagna
Step 1 In a large bowl using a hand mixer mix cool whip, powdered sugar and vanilla until well combined.
Step 2 Assemble lasagna: In a 9"-x-13” pan, spread a thin layer of cool whip on the bottom of the pan.
Step 3 Top with a layer of Nilla Wafers and spread a thick layer of cool whip on top. Top with a layer of strawberries. Repeat two times, ending with strawberries. Sprinkle with crushed Nilla Wafers.
Step 4 Refrigerate until Nilla Wafers are totally soft, 3 hours, or up to overnight.
Step 5 Sprinkle with more powdered sugar, then slice and serve.
Step 6 Cut into 15 equal pieces, serving size 1 piece.
Pro Tips for Strawberry Shortcake Lasagna
Make sure your cream cheese is completely softened before mixing. This will give you a smoother filling without lumps.
Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor. If your strawberries are not very sweet, you can toss them with a small amount of sugar before assembling the dessert.
Do not skip the chilling time. The dessert needs several hours in the refrigerator for the cookies to soften and the layers to come together.
For neat slices, chill the dessert overnight and use a sharp knife when serving.
Storage
Cover Strawberry Shortcake Lasagna tightly and store it in the refrigerator. It is best enjoyed within 2 to 3 days.
Because this dessert contains fresh strawberries and a cream cheese filling, keep it refrigerated until you are ready to serve it.
I recommend storing leftovers in the original baking dish with a tight-fitting lid or covering the dish well with plastic wrap.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this dessert cold straight from the refrigerator. Add a few fresh strawberry slices and a dollop of whipped cream to each serving.
For an extra special presentation, drizzle individual servings with strawberry sauce or add a whole strawberry on top.
Strawberry Shortcake Lasagna is perfect for summer cookouts, Mother's Day, Easter, birthdays, potlucks, and other gatherings where you want an easy dessert that looks impressive.
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Strawberry Shortcake Lasagna
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 3 hours
- Yield: 15 1x
- Category: Easy
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Description
Strawberry Shortcake Lasagna - a fun twist on the classic Spring dessert Strawberry Shortcake!
Ingredients
- 4 c. fat free cool whip
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, plus more for dusting
- 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- 1 ½ boxes reduced fat Nilla Wafers
- 1 lb. Strawberries, thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a large bowl using a hand mixer mix cool whip, powdered sugar and vanilla until well combined.
- Assemble lasagna: In a 9"-x-13” pan, spread a thin layer of cool whip.. Top with a layer of Nilla Wafers and spread a thick layer of cool whip on top. Top with a layer of strawberries. Repeat two times, ending with strawberries. Sprinkle with crushed Nilla Wafers.
- Refrigerate until Nilla Wafers are totally soft, 3 hours, or up to overnight.
- Sprinkle with more powdered sugar, then slice and serve.
- Cut into 15 equal pieces, serving size 1 piece.
Notes
myWW Blue 11, Purple 11, Green 11
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 117
- Sugar: 12
- Fat: 1
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 1
Jenna says
Whipping Cream will work but that will change the points.
Stephanie says
Strawberry lasagna ... this is a new one for me :). I know that the weight watchers are amazing and that`s why I will give it a go. I will let you know how it goes.
Nicole Stapleton says
Any alternative to cool whip we don't have that here in Ireland xx