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Red, White, and Blue Dessert

Festive Red, White, and Blue Dessert Ideas for Summer Fun

Delightful Red, White, and Blue Dessert ideas for patriotic celebrations, featuring easy no-bake options and gluten-free choices.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 32 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Base
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Unsalted is preferred.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour blends can be used.
  • 2 large Eggs Flaxseed meal mixed with water for vegan option.
For the Creamy Layers
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Coconut cream for dairy-free options.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract as an alternative.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Dairy-free cream cheese can be used.
For the Toppings and Fillings
  • 2 cups Seasonal Berries Any mix of strawberries and blueberries.
  • 1 tablespoon Gelatin Agar-agar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Erythritol powdered sugar as a sugar-free option.
For the Dessert Base
  • 8 ounces Cookie Crust Ingredients Gluten-free cookies can be substituted.
  • 2 tablespoons Food Coloring Natural fruit juices for coloring.
Fun Additions
  • 2 cups Popcorn Rice cakes as a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Yogurt Plant-based yogurt for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Vanilla Wafers Gluten-free graham crackers could be an option.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

Preparing the Dessert
  1. Combine the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and melted unsalted butter in a mixing bowl. Mix until a crumbly texture forms, then press into the bottom of a greased baking dish. Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, then cool completely.
  2. Beat the cream cheese until smooth, then mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Spread evenly over the cooled dessert base.
  3. Rinse and slice the strawberries, and combine with blueberries. Optionally sprinkle sugar over the berries.
  4. Layer the berries artfully over the creamy filling. Add whipped cream if desired.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours.
  6. Remove from refrigerator, let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes, then serve with extra whipped cream and toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the dessert base to cool completely before adding cream. Optionally incorporate lemon zest for added flavor. Prepare a day ahead of gatherings for best results.

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