Description

These layered berry parfaits combine fresh strawberries, blueberries, and whipped cream for a light, festive dessert perfect for Fourth of July gatherings. They can be assembled ahead and chilled for easy serving to a crowd.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

3 cups fresh blueberries

3 to 4 cups whipped cream or whipped topping

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 tablespoons sugar or honey

2 cups crumbled shortcake, pound cake, or cookie crumbs

mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. Wash and pat dry strawberries and blueberries

2. Slice strawberries evenly for layering

3. If using frozen berries, thaw and drain excess liquid

4. Toss berries with sugar or honey and vanilla extract

5. Chill whipped cream or prepare whipped topping

6. Spoon a layer of strawberries into each parfait glass

7. Add a layer of whipped cream or whipped topping

8. Add a layer of blueberries

9. Repeat layering strawberries, cream, and blueberries until nearly full

10. Sprinkle cake or cookie crumbs between layers if desired

11. Garnish the top with mint leaves

12. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: dessert
Method: no bake
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 parfait

Keywords: 4th of july berry parfaits, patriotic desserts, berry parfait recipe, fourth of july food, desserts for a crowd, easy patriotic desserts