Description
A vibrant Fourth of July dessert combining fresh berries, whipped cream, and sweet cookie bites—easy to prepare, festive, and customizable for dietary needs. Perfect for potlucks or holiday tables!
Ingredients
Fresh strawberries (1 pound), sliced and hulled
Fresh blueberries (1 cup), rinsed and dried
Fresh raspberries (1 cup), rinsed and dried
Heavy cream (1 cup) or coconut cream (dairy-free option)
Powdered sugar (2 tablespoons), adjust to taste
Vanilla extract (1/2 teaspoon) or almond extract
Pre-made sugar cookies (1 package) or homemade shortbread
White chocolate chips (1 cup) or semi-sweet chocolate chips
Red, white, and blue sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
Prep all berries by washing and drying
Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff
Layer berries in a tart dish, alternating colors
Arrange cookies on a baking sheet
Melt chocolate chips in a double boiler
Dip cookies into melted chocolate, then roll in sprinkles
Let set at room temperature
Serve tart with whipped cream and cookie bites alongside
Notes
Use frozen berries if fresh unavailable
Substitute dairy-free coconut cream for vegan option
Homemade sugar cookies add a personalized touch
Store in airtight containers up to 2 days
Heat chocolate gently to avoid burning
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Method: Assembly and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of tart + 1 cookie bite
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg