Description
This dessert features a creamy mixture topped with fresh raspberries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh raspberries
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add granulated sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined and fluffy.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
- Assemble the Dessert Cups: Evenly distribute the cream cheese mixture into dessert cups or glasses. Top each cup with a generous layer of fresh raspberries.
- Garnish: Lightly dust the tops with powdered sugar. Sprinkle lemon zest over the raspberries for additional flavor, if desired.
Notes
- For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding a layer of crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs at the bottom of each cup.
- Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing and to avoid lumps.
- This dessert can be prepared a few hours in advance and chilled in the refrigerator until serving time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dessert cup