Ingredients
– 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– ¼ cup granulated sugar
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– ½ cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup whipped cream (or whipped topping)
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
– 1 cup fresh blueberries
– Optional: Red and blue sprinkles for garnish
Instructions
Creating Red, White, & Blue Bites is an effortless process. Follow these step-by-step instructions to make your own patriotic dessert:
1. Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until combined and crumbly.
2. Prepare the Filling: In another bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
3. Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold in the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well incorporated. This will give a light and airy texture.
4. Assemble the Bites: In silicone cupcake molds or mini dessert cups, press 1 tablespoon of the graham cracker mixture into the bottom to form the crust. Compress it firmly.
5. Add the Cream Layer: Spoon 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture over the crust, smoothing it out evenly.
6. Top with Berries: Add a layer of diced strawberries on top of the cream layer followed by a layer of blueberries. Feel free to alternate and create a beautiful pattern.
7. Chill: Cover the molds with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours. This will help the bites firm up.
8. Unmold and Garnish: Once chilled, carefully remove the bites from the molds. If desired, add red and blue sprinkles for an extra festive touch.
9. Arrange on a Plate: Place the bites on a serving platter for an attractive presentation, showcasing the vibrant colors.
These bite-sized wonders will surely steal the show at your next gathering with ease.
- Prep Time: 20-30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 12 bites
- Calories: Approximately 150 kcal per bite
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 2g