A buttery graham cracker crust lays the foundation for this light and refreshing mixed berry dessert, followed by a creamy cream cheese layer, then a sweet and tangy blueberry pie filling, and finally topped with a mixed berry combination of raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries.
I’ve just about had it with winter, you guys. The gray days, the cold weather, the general drabness. It all needs to go away. That’s why I’m sharing this delicious dessert with all of you. It’s loaded with sweet, tangy cream cheese filling and a mixed berry topping featuring blueberry pie filling. It’s made with fresh mixed berries, but you can use frozen berries so we can enjoy summer flavors any time of year, especially when we’re eagerly awaiting the warmer months. I’ve been making this mixed berry cream cheese dessert for years, and I think it’s high-time I shared it with all of you. Get ready for something delicious!
Mixed Berry Dessert
This delicious dessert starts with a simple, buttery graham cracker crust that I bake until golden. Then, I top it with a sweet and tangy cream cheese filling and finish it off with a layer of blueberry pie filling and mixed berries. It comes together quickly and easily, and it creates a berry-licious dessert that’s decadent but not too heavy. It’s the perfect weeknight dessert or sweet addition to any potluck, and because it’s so easy, you’ll want to make it again and again.
Why You’ll Love This Mixed Berry Dessert Recipe
- The buttery graham cracker crust gives way to the creamy richness of the sweet cream cheese layer, followed by the sweet blueberry pie filling and, finally, the mixed berries.
- It’s a crowd-pleasurer and is easy to prepare using simple ingredients.
- It is not only delicious but also a flavor combination that everyone will enjoy and is great for any occasion.
Mixed Berry Dessert Ingredients
This recipe only takes a few simple ingredients to make. Everything can be found quickly and easily at your local grocery store, from graham crackers to mixed berries!
- Graham cracker crumbs
- Butter
- Granulated sugar
- Powdered sugar
- Cream cheese
- Cool whip
- Blueberry pie filling
- Fresh berries: blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries
How to Make Mixed Berry Dessert
This is a quick and easy dessert that anyone can make. It only takes a few minutes and a few simple steps, and you’ll be in and out of the kitchen in just a few minutes.
Step 1: Prep
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and lightly spray a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
Step 2: Make the Crust
Mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a medium bowl until well combined. Then, press the mixture evenly into the bottom of your prepared baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes and set it aside to cool completely.
Step 3: Make the Cream Cheese Filling
Beat the cream cheese in a medium bowl for 2 to 3 minutes until light and fluffy. Then, add the powdered sugar and beat again until combined. Finally, fold in the Cool Whip and refrigerate until the crust has cooled.
Step 4: Make the Mixed Berry Dessert
Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the cooled crust. Then, top it with the blueberry pie filling, spreading it into an even layer. Finally, sprinkle the mixed berries over the top.
Step 5: Chill
Cover the dish, chill for at least 4 hours, and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Fully soften your cream cheese to create a super creamy cream cheese filling for this dessert.
- Press your graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of the baking dish so it creates an even layer that will bind together as it bakes.
- Your crust should be fully cooled before adding the cream cheese filling. Don’t rush this part, or your mixture will melt.
- 4 hours is the minimum chill time for this recipe, but chilling overnight makes it even better!
Variations
- Use your favorite pie filling to create a different dessert every time.
- Strawberries and peaches work as well.
- You can make the crust with Nilla wafers for a sweeter flavor or crushed pretzels for a sweet and salty dessert.
- Use brown sugar or a mix of brown and white sugar for a deeper flavor to your crust.
What to Serve with Mixed Berry Dessert
This dessert is delicious as-is. For even more deliciousness, serve it with a dollop of whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or fresh fruit on the side.
Recipe FAQ
This dessert is a cheesecake variation featuring a graham cracker crust, cream cheese filling, and a topping of blackberry pie filling and mixed berries.
You sure can. I use them all the time. Frozen berries are flash-frozen at peak ripeness and have a delicious flavor.
You can make this in advance. It’s recommended, in fact! Although it can be served after about 4 hours of chilling, it’s even better when it sits overnight in the fridge.
This mixed berry dessert will last for up to 4 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
This dessert freezes well and lasts up to a month in an airtight, freezer-safe container.
How to Store Mixed Berry Dessert Leftovers
Refrigerate any leftovers for up to 4 days in an airtight container. For longer storage, freeze it in an airtight container for up to a month.
Try This Delicious Mixed Berry Dessert Recipe Today
This mixed berry dessert is decadent and luscious without being overly heavy. Bright berry flavors and a sweet and tangy cream cheese filling come together to create a dessert with all the flavors of spring and summer in every bite. It’s a dessert treat that always has everyone coming back for more, and it’s so easy to make, you’ll have no problem with that! Give it a try.
More Delicious Berry Recipes You’ll Enjoy
Here is a delicious Cherry Cream Cheese Dessert that is absolutely delicious, is super easy to make, and is perfect for backyard barbecues, family gatherings, potlucks, or after dinner dessert.
Mixed Berry Dessert
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cup graham cracker crumbs
- ¾ cup butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 ounce cream cheese
- 8 ounce cool whip
- 21 ounce can blueberry pie filling
- 6 ounce fresh blueberries
- 6 ounce fresh raspberries
- 6 ounce fresh blackberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375° and lightly spray a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
Graham Cracker Crust
- In a medium bowl, add graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until combined.
- Spread graham cracker mixture into prepared baking dish. Press into an even, smooth layer.
- Bake for 10 minutes, remove, and let cool completely.
Cream Cheese Filling
- In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add powdered sugar and beat until combined.
- Fold in cool whip until combined. Place in the fridge until the crust has cooled.
- Once the crust has cooled completely, spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust layer.
- Top with blueberry pie filling and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle mixed berries on top of pie filling. Cover with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and place in the fridge for 4 hours or overnight.
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