Description
A quick, no-bake dessert made with heavy cream, mixed berries, vanilla wafers, and honey. These elegant mini cups are perfect for last-minute gatherings, meal prep, or a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream (cold)
- 1 cup mixed berries (frozen or fresh, thawed and drained)
- 12–15 vanilla wafers
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 pinch salt
- Optional: Zest of half a lemon
Instructions
- Drain the berries thoroughly in a strainer to remove excess liquid. If using frozen berries, let them thaw first. Chop larger berries into small pieces and pat dry with a paper towel if necessary.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cold heavy cream, honey, salt, and lemon zest (if using).
- Whip the cream using a hand mixer or whisk until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat.
- Break vanilla wafers in half or leave whole. Place 2-3 pieces at the bottom of each ramekin or small cup and press down gently to create a base.
- Spoon a generous layer of whipped cream (about 2-3 tablespoons) over the wafers in each cup, smoothing it out.
- Top the cream with the drained berries, arranging them evenly.
- Place the cups in the freezer for at least 30 minutes or the refrigerator for 1 hour to set.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
Ensure the cream and bowl are cold for best whipping results. Drain berries well to prevent soggy wafers. These can be made up to 24 hours in advance. For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 40
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 11
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
Keywords: no-bake dessert, berry cream, mini dessert cups, easy recipe, 5-ingredient dessert, meal prep dessert, gluten-free option, vegan option