Red White And Blue Dessert Recipe

This stunning Red, White, and Blue dessert is a family favorite, passed down since 1994! Layers of creamy cheesecake filling, juicy strawberries, and sweet blueberries create a delicious and festive treat perfect for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or any patriotic celebration. Easy to make, yet impressive to serve, this recipe is sure to become a new tradition in your home.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 258.9 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Red White And Blue Dessert

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How to Make Red White And Blue Dessert

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract until light and fluffy.
  2. Gently fold in 2 cups of whipped heavy cream.
  3. Pour one-third of the cream cheese mixture into a 4-quart trifle bowl or serving dish.
  4. Reserve approximately 20 strawberry halves and 1/2 cup of blueberries for garnish.
  5. Layer half of the remaining sliced strawberries and blueberries over the cream cheese mixture in the bowl.
  6. Top with another third of the cream cheese mixture, followed by the remaining berries.
  7. Spread the remaining cream cheese mixture evenly over the top.
  8. Arrange the reserved strawberries and blueberries on top to create a festive flag design.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to chill.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

65g

Fat

54g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Red White And Blue Dessert?

Red White And Blue Dessert takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Red White And Blue Dessert?

Red White And Blue Dessert has approximately 258.9 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 29 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Red White And Blue Dessert?

The key ingredients for Red White And Blue Dessert are Cream Cheese, Sugar, Vanilla Extract, Almond Extract, Heavy Cream, Strawberries. See the full list with measurements above.

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