Red White Blue Mixed Berry Yum Yum (Printable)

Festive no-bake layers of whipped cream cheese filling, fresh berries, and crushed shortbread cookies create this patriotic summer dessert.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 cup fresh blueberries
03 - 1 cup fresh raspberries

→ Whipped Filling

04 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup powdered sugar
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
07 - 2 cups whipped topping, thawed

→ Base

08 - 2 cups vanilla shortbread cookies, crushed

→ Garnish

09 - Additional fresh berries and mint leaves

# How To Make It:

01 - Beat softened cream cheese in a medium bowl until completely smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated. Gently fold in whipped topping until the mixture is creamy and uniform.
02 - Evenly distribute a layer of crushed shortbread cookies across the bottom of a glass trifle bowl or individual serving cups.
03 - Spread a portion of the whipped cheese mixture over the cookie base, creating an even layer.
04 - Arrange a layer of sliced strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries over the cream filling.
05 - Repeat the layering process with crushed cookies, whipped filling, and mixed berries until all ingredients are used. Complete the dessert with a final layer of fresh berries on top for presentation.
06 - Top with additional fresh berries and mint leaves if desired. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the layers to set before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • You can assemble it entirely ahead of time and pull it from the fridge when guests arrive
  • The layers create those stunning stripes that make everyone think you worked harder than you actually did
02 -
  • Cold cream cheese will create lumps that you cannot fix no matter how long you beat it
  • The layers settle as they chill, so don't be afraid to fill it almost to the rim initially
03 -
  • Crush your cookies to various sizes, from fine crumbs to pea-sized pieces, for better texture throughout
  • If making ahead, add any mint garnish right before serving so it stays bright green

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