A Southern-Style Sweet That’s Bursting with Berries and Cream
If summer were a dessert, it would taste just like this. This Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream from the queen of flavor herself, Jocelyn Delk Adams of Grandbaby Cakes, brings the iconic dessert into creamy, frozen form—no ice cream maker required.
With fresh strawberries, strawberry jam, and a tangy cream cheese swirl, this ice cream is layered with flavor and texture thanks to crushed shortbread or chunks of crumbled cake. Whether you’re craving a nostalgic treat or need a quick dessert that slaps, this no-churn wonder brings the heat and the chill.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup crumbled cake or ¾ cup crushed shortbread cookies
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Make the Strawberry Compote
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine fresh strawberries, strawberry jam, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture becomes syrupy and the strawberries soften.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Step 2: Make the Cream Base
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
Step 3: Whip the Cream
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.
Step 4: Layer and Swirl
- In a freezer-safe loaf pan or container, layer the cream base with spoonfuls of the strawberry mixture and crumbled cake or cookies.
- Use a butter knife to swirl it all together—don’t overmix!
Step 5: Freeze It
- Cover and freeze for 5–6 hours, or until firm.
- Scoop, serve, and eat it up, boos!
Pro Tips + Serving Suggestions
- Want more crunch? Top with extra crushed cookies just before serving.
- Turn it into a sundae with whipped cream and fresh sliced strawberries.
- Add a twist with lemon zest, white chocolate chips, or a graham cracker swirl.
- Make it a sandwich: Scoop between two cookies or waffles for the ultimate summer treat.
This recipe is simple, stunning, and oh-so-satisfying—just like the desserts Jocelyn is known for.
About the Creator
This delicious frozen treat comes from the fabulous Jocelyn Delk Adams, author, baker, and creator of @grandbabycakes on Instagram. Known for making Southern-inspired sweets that slay, Jocelyn’s recipes are rooted in tradition and always delivered with flavor and flair.
Jocelyn Delk Adams | @grandbabycakes