Description
This Summer Berry Frozen Dessert is the perfect no-bake treat to cool you down this season. With a creamy and luscious cheesecake filling infused with fresh summer berries and nestled in a crunchy graham cracker crust, itβs the ideal dessert for any warm-weather celebration. This delightful dish not only showcases vibrant red, white, and blue colors for a festive touch but also requires minimal effort, making it an excellent choice for gatherings like the 4th of July. Impress your friends and family with this easy-to-make dessert that can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy the fun without the fuss.
Ingredients
- 3 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons light brown sugar
- ΒΎ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz. cream cheese (softened)
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz.)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2Β½ to 3 cups fresh berries (e.g., blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and brown sugar. Add melted butter and mix well until moistened.
- Grease a 9Γ9 inch dish with non-stick spray and press two-thirds of the crumb mixture into the bottom. Chill in the freezer.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer. Gradually add sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract; mix until combined. Gently fold in fresh berries.
- Spread berry cheesecake filling over the chilled crust and sprinkle remaining crumb mixture on top.
- Freeze for at least 5-6 hours or overnight until set. Slice before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Use room temperature cream cheese for a lump-free filling. Fresh berries yield the best flavor; avoid frozen ones. Customize by adding other seasonal fruits or flavors like lemon zest.