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Red, White and Blue Mixed Berry Yum Yum

Red, white and blue mixed berry yum yum is a no-bake layered dessert with a golden pecan crust, fluffy cream cheese layer, cool whip, and a bright strawberry-and-blueberry topping. Chill it until firm, then slice clean squares with four distinct layers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling 4 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup pecans, finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
For the cream cheese layer:
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whipped topping
For the topping:
  • 2 cup sliced strawberries
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 cup whipped topping

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Make and set the pecan crust
  1. Mix all-purpose flour, pecans, melted unsalted butter, and powdered sugar until evenly combined, then press into the bottom of a 9x13 dish for a compact crust.
  2. Refrigerate the crust for 30 minutes to set, until it feels firm to the touch.
Layer the cream cheese mixture
  1. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and free of lumps.
  2. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping, then spread the mixture evenly over the chilled crust in an even layer.
  3. Spread the remaining whipped topping over the cream cheese layer, covering it completely for a smooth top.
Top with berries and chill to slice
  1. Arrange sliced strawberries and blueberries across the top in a patriotic pattern or scatter evenly so the topping is evenly distributed.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully set, then slice into squares and serve cold with clean, visible layers.

Notes

For the cleanest squares, chill the dish untouched for the full at least 4 hours, and use a sharp knife warmed under hot water then wiped dry between cuts. Store covered in the refrigerator up to 4 days; freezing is not recommended because the berry and whipped layers can weep when thawed. If you want a lighter option, use reduced-fat cream cheese and a stabilized whipped topping alternative while keeping the chilling time the same.