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dessert cup recipes

Delicious Dessert Cup Recipes: Easy, Elegant Treats for Any Occasion


  • Author: Camila
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Dessert cup recipes combine elegance, creativity, and portion-perfect indulgence in every bite. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in, these layered beauties deliver everything you love in a dessert—creamy, fruity, crunchy, and totally customizable.


Ingredients

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🥄 Ingredients (for 4 dessert cups):

  • 1 cup crushed graham crackers or chocolate cookies

  • 1 cup vanilla pudding or Greek yogurt (for extra creaminess)

  • 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or thawed frozen)

  • 1 cup whipped cream (dairy or plant-based)

  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)

  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)


Instructions

 

 

  1. Prep Your Base: Crush graham crackers and slice your berries.

  2. Layer 1 – Crunch: Spoon cookie crumbs into the bottom of each cup.

  3. Layer 2 – Creamy Center: Add yogurt or pudding. Sweeten with honey if desired.

  4. Layer 3 – Fruity Top: Add a layer of berries. For a flavor boost, toss berries with a bit of sugar or lemon juice.

  5. Repeat Layers: Continue layering until the cup is full.

  6. Finish It Off: Top with whipped cream and garnish with mint leaves or a drizzle of syrup.

  7. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  1. Texture Tip: Add nuts, chocolate shavings, or crushed candy for contrast.
  2. Flavor Tip: Infuse whipped cream with vanilla or almond extract.
  3. Storage: Best enjoyed within 2–3 days. Keep covered in the fridge.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Cuisine: American, Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 dessert cup (about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of total ingredients per serving)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g