Description
Fresh Strawberry Yum Yum is a delightful layered dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a creamy whipped filling, and fresh strawberries for a refreshing and satisfying treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip), divided
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a 9×13 inch pan to form a crust. Bake for 8 minutes and let cool.
- Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
- In a separate bowl, mix sliced strawberries with strawberry jam (if using) for extra sweetness and shine.
- Spread strawberry mixture over the cream cheese layer.
- Top with the remaining whipped topping, spreading it evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for best flavor.
- You can substitute the graham cracker crust with crushed vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies.
- For a firmer dessert, refrigerate overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg