In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine your whipped topping with sliced strawberries. Gently fold until evenly coated.

Grab a 9x9 inch dish and sprinkle half of the crushed vanilla wafers evenly across the bottom. Press down lightly to form a base.

Spread half of your strawberry mixture over the crushed wafers, ensuring even coverage and smoothing it out with a spatula.

Layer the remaining crushed vanilla wafers over the strawberry mixture and press them down gently. Spread the last portion of your strawberry mixture on top.

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours until firm.

Remove from the refrigerator, slice into squares, and serve with optional whipped topping or mint garnish.