Description
These Easy No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars are the perfect summer dessert creamy, refreshing, and bursting with strawberry flavor. Inspired by the nostalgic ice cream truck treat, these bars combine layers of vanilla ice cream, strawberry puree, and buttery cookie crumbs. No oven needed, just a little love and some freezer time! Theyβre simple, fun, and sure to delight everyone at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Strawberry Layer
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp lemon juice
Vanilla Ice Cream Layer
1 Β½ cups vanilla ice cream, softened
Β½ cup whipped topping (optional for extra creaminess)
Cookie Crumb Layer
20 vanilla sandwich cookies (like Golden Oreos)
3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Topping (optional but delicious)
Extra cookie crumbs for garnish
Fresh strawberry slices
Instructions
Make the Strawberry Puree
In a blender, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and slightly thick. Set aside.Prepare the Cookie Crumb Base
Crush vanilla cookies in a food processor until fine. Mix with melted butter until well combined. Press half the mixture firmly into the bottom of a parchment-lined 8×8-inch pan.Layer the Ice Cream
Spread softened vanilla ice cream evenly over the cookie base. Smooth the top with a spatula.Add the Strawberry Layer
Pour the strawberry puree on top of the ice cream and gently spread to create a swirl or even layer.Finish with Crumbs
Sprinkle the remaining cookie crumbs over the strawberry layer, pressing lightly so they stick.Freeze Until Set
Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight. Slice into bars using a warm knife and serve immediately.
Notes
β¨ Pro Tip: Let the bars sit at room temperature for 5β7 minutes before slicing for cleaner edges.
π Substitute Greek yogurt for the ice cream for a lighter, tangy version.
π₯ Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 MIN
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American / Summer Treat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg