Layered Pudding Dessert with Fresh Berries

A clear glass filled with layers of whipped cream, blueberries, sliced strawberries, and chopped nuts, placed on a white surface with almonds scattered around.

Layered Pudding Dessert with Fresh Berries

This layered pudding dessert is creamy, light, and full of sweet berry flavor. With a crunchy crust and fluffy topping, it’s an easy no bake treat that looks as good as it tastes.

Course Dessert, Desserts

Cuisine American, International

Keyword chocolate pudding, chocolate pudding dessert, cream cheese layer, crust, dessert, instant pudding, layer, layered pudding dessert, pecan, pudding, pudding dessert

Prep Time 15

Chill Time 1

Servings Portions

Calories 337kcal

Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

1 Mixer
1 Mixing Bowl
1 Spatula

Ingredients

1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
½ Cup Cream Cheese softened
2 Tablespoons Sweetener or Powdered Sugar
1 Cup Strawberries sliced
1 Cup Blueberries
Cookies or Nuts for crunch - optional, crushed

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Rinse blueberries and slice strawberries, letting them drain well. Gather cream cheese, heavy cream, vanilla, sweetener, and any toppings, measuring everything ahead of time.
Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sweetener and vanilla until smooth and lump-free. This creates the rich base for layering.
Whip cold heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form. This adds lightness to the dessert.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture with a spatula, keeping it fluffy and mousse-like.
Layer the cream mixture and berries in cups, top with crushed cookies or nuts, and chill for at least 1 hour to set and improve flavor.

Notes

Choose ripe, fresh berries: Pick berries that are firm and sweet for the best flavor and texture. Overripe berries can become mushy and make the layers watery.
Chill each layer slightly: Allow each layer to set in the fridge before adding the next. This keeps the layers distinct and makes the dessert look beautiful.
Add a flavor twist: Mix a little vanilla, lemon zest, or a splash of liqueur into the pudding for extra flavor. It enhances the overall taste and makes each bite more exciting.
Serve immediately or chilled: This dessert tastes best when served chilled to maintain the creamy texture. If making ahead, cover it tightly to prevent the berries from drying out or the pudding from forming a skin.

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