🧾 Ingredients
Bottom Pink Layer:
- 1 box strawberry gelatin (like Jell-O)
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
- 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip) or whipped cream
Middle Cream Layer:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups whipped topping
Top Layer:
- 1–1½ cups whipped topping
- Crushed graham crackers or cookies (for topping)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the Strawberry Layer
- Dissolve the strawberry gelatin in boiling water.
- Stir in cold water and let it cool slightly (don’t let it fully set).
- Fold in 1 cup whipped topping.
- Pour into a dish and refrigerate until set (about 1–2 hours).
2. Make the Cream Layer
- Beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mix well.
- Fold in whipped topping until light and fluffy.
3. Assemble
- Spread the cream layer evenly over the chilled strawberry layer.
- Smooth the top.
4. Add Topping
- Spread remaining whipped topping on top.
- Sprinkle crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs evenly.
5. Chill
- Refrigerate for at least 3–4 hours (overnight is best) before slicing.
🍽️ Tips
- For a richer flavor, use crushed digestive biscuits or vanilla wafers on top.
- You can add fresh strawberries between layers for extra texture.
- Swap strawberry gelatin for raspberry or cherry for a twist.