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Layered Pudding Dessert with Fresh Berries Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Layered Pudding Dessert with Fresh Berries is a light, creamy, and refreshing treat perfect for any occasion. Combining a smooth cream cheese base with whipped heavy cream and fresh strawberries and blueberries, it offers a delightful balance of sweetness and texture. Optional crunchy cookies or nuts add an extra layer of flavor, making it an easy no-bake dessert favorite.

Ingredients

Cream Mixture

  • 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ½ Cup Cream Cheese (softened)
  • 2 Tablespoons Sweetener (or Powdered Sugar)

Fruit Layer

  • 1 Cup Strawberries (sliced)
  • 1 Cup Blueberries

Optional Toppings

  • Cookies (or Nuts for crunch – optional, crushed)

Instructions

  1. Prep Fruit and Ingredients: Rinse the blueberries thoroughly and slice the strawberries, then allow them to drain well to avoid excess moisture in the dessert. Gather all ingredients including softened cream cheese, heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, sweetener, and any optional toppings, measuring them ahead of time for smooth preparation.
  2. Blend Cream Cheese Base: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese together with the powdered sweetener and vanilla extract until the mixture is completely smooth and free of lumps, forming a rich and creamy base for the dessert.
  3. Whip the Cream: In a separate chilled bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form, ensuring the cream will hold its structure and give lightness to the dessert.
  4. Combine Cream and Cheese: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, mixing carefully to maintain the fluffy and mousse-like consistency of the combined mixture.
  5. Assemble and Chill: Layer the cream cheese mixture and the fresh berries alternately in serving cups or glasses. Top with crushed cookies or nuts for added texture if desired. Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 1 hour to allow it to set and for flavors to meld beautifully.

Notes

  • Ensure the cream cheese is properly softened before blending to avoid lumps.
  • For sweeter desserts, adjust the amount of sweetener or use powdered sugar as preferred.
  • Using chilled bowls and utensils helps in whipping the cream more efficiently.
  • This dessert can be customized with any fresh fruit of choice or additional layers such as a drizzle of honey or chocolate.
  • Keep the dessert refrigerated until serving to maintain its texture and freshness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/layered-pudding-dessert-with-fresh-berries-recipe/