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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 vivid strawberry-and-blueberry topping. Slice a clean square to reveal four distinct layers—perfect for a 4th of July dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
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 chill the pecan crust
  1. Mix all-purpose flour, pecans, melted unsalted butter, and powdered sugar until evenly combined, then press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 dish.
  2. Refrigerate the crust for 30 minutes to set.
Build the cream cheese layer
  1. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping, then spread evenly over the chilled crust.
Add whipped topping and berries
  1. Spread the remaining whipped topping in an even layer over the cream cheese layer.
  2. Arrange sliced strawberries and blueberries across the top in a patriotic pattern or scatter evenly, so the colors show clearly.
Chill, slice, and serve
  1. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully set and slices hold their shape.
  2. Slice into squares and serve cold.

Notes

For the cleanest square layers, chill the dish undisturbed until fully set (at least 4 hours) before slicing, using a sharp knife wiped between cuts. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended because the berries and whipped layers can weep. For a lighter option, use reduced-fat cream cheese and reduced-fat whipped topping if desired.