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Memorial Day Dessert: Irresistible Layers of Fresh Berries


  • Author: ushinzomr

Description

A festive and delicious dessert to celebrate Memorial Day, featuring layers of fresh berries and creamy whipped topping.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 cups of fresh blueberries
  • 2 cups of fresh raspberries
  • 1 cup of heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup of powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 package of graham crackers, crushed
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  2. In a large trifle dish or individual cups, layer the crushed graham crackers at the bottom.
  3. Add a layer of strawberries, followed by a layer of blueberries, and then a layer of raspberries.
  4. Spread a layer of whipped cream over the berries.
  5. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with whipped cream on top.
  6. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and additional berries if desired.
  7. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Feel free to use any combination of berries you prefer.
  • This dessert can be made a day in advance for convenience.
  • For a patriotic touch, consider arranging the berries in a flag pattern.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 15
  • Sodium: 50
  • Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 28
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 30

Keywords: memorial day dessert, berry trifle, no-bake dessert, summer dessert, patriotic dessert