Description

These Red, White, and Blue Berry Dessert Bites offer an irresistible combination of flavors with cream cheese and fresh berries on a flaky crust. Each bite is perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home.

Ingredients

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2 packages refrigerated crescent rolls
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract, divided
1 cup + 1 teaspoon powdered sugar, divided
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
zest of 1 lemon
1 cup raspberries
1 cup blueberries
fresh mint or fresh basil leaves

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Unroll the crescent dough onto a 15x10x1-inch sheet pan.
Press the perforations to seal the dough.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Allow the baked dough to cool completely on a wire rack.
In a chilled bowl, combine the cold heavy cream and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Whisk until the cream holds a loose peak.
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of powdered sugar on the whipped cream and beat until stiff peaks form, then set aside.
In another bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, 1 cup of powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and the remaining teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and well mixed.
Gently fold in the whipped cream to the cream cheese mixture.
Spread the mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
Top with raspberries and blueberries in a decorative fashion.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve, garnishing with fresh mint or basil leaves.

Notes

The dessert bites can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until serving.
Feel free to use other fruits, like strawberries or blackberries, for a different flavor.
Serving with a dollop of whipped cream adds a nice touch.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bite
Calories: 180
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg