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No Bake Summer Berry Icebox Cake

A refreshing dessert layered with whipped cream, mixed berries, and graham crackers, perfect for hot summer days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Summer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) Fresh or thawed frozen berries.
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream Whipped to soft peaks.
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese For creaminess.
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar Sweetener for the cream.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor.
  • 1 package graham crackers For the base layers.
  • Fresh mint to garnish Fresh mint for garnish Optional for decoration.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whip together the heavy cream, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  2. In a rectangular baking dish, layer the graham crackers at the bottom.
  3. Spread a layer of the whipped cream mixture over the graham crackers, then sprinkle a layer of mixed berries on top.
  4. Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, ensuring the final layer is the whipped cream mixture.
  5. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow it to set.
  6. Just before serving, garnish with fresh mint leaves for an extra touch of freshness.

Notes

This dessert is best served chilled. Consider serving it with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of berry sauce for added indulgence. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.