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
🥄 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
Prep Your Base: Crush graham crackers and slice your berries.
Layer 1 – Crunch: Spoon cookie crumbs into the bottom of each cup.
Layer 2 – Creamy Center: Add yogurt or pudding. Sweeten with honey if desired.
Layer 3 – Fruity Top: Add a layer of berries. For a flavor boost, toss berries with a bit of sugar or lemon juice.
Repeat Layers: Continue layering until the cup is full.
Finish It Off: Top with whipped cream and garnish with mint leaves or a drizzle of syrup.
Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Texture Tip: Add nuts, chocolate shavings, or crushed candy for contrast.
- Flavor Tip: Infuse whipped cream with vanilla or almond extract.
- 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