Description
This No Bake Summer Berry Delight is a light and refreshing dessert that combines layers of creamy filling with fresh summer berries. Perfect for hot days or when you need a quick and delicious treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a 9x9 inch baking dish to form the crust. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the chilled graham cracker crust.
- Top with an even layer of mixed fresh berries.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- You can customize the dessert with your favorite berries or other fruits.
- For added indulgence, drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg