Mexican Strawberries and Cream Dessert (Fresas Con Crema)
A no-bake, creamy layered dessert combining graham cracker crust, silky strawberry sauce, and whipped cream for a vibrant, tangy-sweet touch. Ideal for celebrations and summer picnics.
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 10
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 8 slices 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust
4 pounds strawberries, hulled
3 tablespoons cornstarch
½ cup granulated sugar
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 ¾ cups sweet whipped cream
Garnish: whipped cream, fresh strawberries, mint leaves
Instructions
Blend 2 pounds strawberries until smooth, adding water to make 2 cups puree
Add sugar and cornstarch to puree, cook in saucepan over medium heat
Bring to boil, stir constantly, then cover and refrigerate
In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese until creamy
Gently fold in whipped cream in three additions
Spread cream cheese mixture into prepared crust
Pour cooled strawberry sauce over layer
Top with remaining strawberries and mint
Chill 4+ hours before serving
Notes
Chill overnight for optimal texture
Use gluten-free crust for dietary restrictions
Add a splash of lime zest for brightness
Fresh berries or mango can replace strawberries seasonally
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg