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Sophia Ramirez

Red White & Blue Mixed Berry Yum Yum (Easy No-Bake 4th of July Dessert)

A patriotic, no-bake layered dessert with a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cream cheese base, and vibrant mixed berries. This easy-to-assembly treat combines light textures and bold flavors for summer celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 8 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 cups frozen mixed berries (strawberries and blueberries), thawed and drained
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (to reduce liquid)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: Crushed blueberries for garnish

Method
 

  1. Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into a 9x9-inch pan.
  2. Whip cream cheese and confectioners' sugar in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Beat heavy whipping cream to soft peaks, fold into cream cheese mixture along with vanilla and lemon zest.
  4. Spread 3/4 of the cream mixture over the crust.
  5. Toss thawed berries with cornstarch and lemon juice; spread half on top.
  6. Add remaining cream mixture, then the rest of the berries.
  7. Chill for at least 4 hours before serving

Notes

Chill layers for 4+ hours to set properly.
For a keto version, replace graham crackers with almond flour-crumble base and use sugar substitutes.
Optional: Garnish with whipped cream rosettes and additional fresh berries.
Store in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
Serves 12-16