The BEST Fresh Strawberry Cream Cheese Cake Recipe

We love celebrating with CAKE! When my kids graduated from high school or college, we always make my mom’s FRESH Strawberry Cream Cheese Cake. It’s so good! We also make it for other special occasions too, but it’s perfect for a special BBQ, shower or birthday!

The Best Summer Fruit Recipes

I am so thrilled to be joining friends today who are sharing their favorite summer fruit recipes!! How delicious do these look?? Scroll down to the bottom of the post and grab these yummy ideas to make NOW!

Why We Love This Strawberry Cream Cheese Cake

It’s so moist and yummy! The bottom layer is soft white cake, then it’s topped with a cream cheese/whipped cream topping and topped off with fresh strawberries in a sweet strawberry glaze. The layers of whipped cream frosting and strawberries keep the cake so moist and fresh. You can make it ahead and serve it the next day! We aren’t huge cake lovers, but this cake is so moist and bursting with flavor. I haven’t met anyone yet that doesn’t love it!

The Perfect Summertime Cake

Strawberries are in season right now so this is the perfect cake to make this time of year. There’s something magical about fresh, sun-ripened strawberries. I love that this cake uses FRESH strawberries that aren’t cooked so the ripe strawberry taste shines through!

The best part about this recipe for me is how EASY it is to make!

The base of the cake is a plain white cake mix. It’s perfect for ANY type of party or occasion. Fresh strawberries are the star of this cake. And the frosting is light and doesn’t overwhelm the fruit.

Make This Strawberry Cream Cheese Cake The Day Before

You also can make this cake a day ahead of your party or occasion. Just keep it refrigerated and take it out when you are heading to your party.

Choose the Size Pan You Want

You make your cake in a jelly roll pan OR in a 9×13 inch rectangular pan. The cake will rise to the height of the pan, then you add the frosting and then the layer of glazed strawberries. It’s a beautiful cake that will be the centerpiece of the party! You also can bake the cake in two small round pans, then add the strawberry filling to the center of the cake and on top for a layered cake version of this recipe! It would look so beautiful!!

Here’s how to make the BEST Fresh Strawberry Cream Cheese Cake!

Print

The BEST Fresh Strawberry Cream Cheese Cake

The BEST Strawberry Cake Recipe. Moist white cake covered in a fluffy layer of cream cheese and whipped cream with a topping of luscious fresh strawberries in a sweet strawberry glaze. Everyone will fall in love with this delicious, easy cake.  

Servings 12

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh strawberries, sliced
• 2 packages (8 ounce each) cream cheese
• 1 16 ounce tub of whipped topping, thawed
• 1 white cake mix
• 2 tubs strawberry glaze (you can find these in the produce section by the fresh strawberries) If you can't find the already made glaxe, you can buy a powdered version.

Instructions

• Grease a cake pan and preheat oven to 350-degrees 
• Make cake mix according to mix instructions. Pour cake mix into cake pan. Bake according to cake directions. 
• Take cake out when done and let cool completely. 
• With an electric mixer beat cream cheese and whipped topping until combined. 
• In a large bowl combine the fresh strawberries and glaze until combined. 
• Pour whipped topping/cream cheese mixture over the top of the cake until covered. 
• Layer the strawberries/glaze mixture over the top of the whipped topping mixture until covered. 
• Chill cake in refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. Can be refrigerated for up to one day before serving. Cover with plastic wrap if serving the next day.
• Enjoy! 

Make this fresh Strawberry Cream Cheese Cake this summer

I guarantee it will be a hit with your family!

Pin This Idea for Later!

Pin this recipe so you can make it when you are ready!

Summer Fruit Recipes

Easy and Tasty Summer Peach Tart // Robyn’s French Nest

Wild Maine Blueberry Pie // Finding Lovely

Bluberry Crumble Kit for Overnight/Weekend Stays // Most Lovely Things

Simple Summer Fruit Crostata With Lemon Cream Cheese Filling // Twelve On Main

Summer Peach Salad // Paint Me Pink

Peach Crisp with Fresh Peaches // Happy Happy Nester

Raspberry Strawberry Shortbread Cookies // My 100 Year Old Home

Fresh Strawberry Cream Cheese Cake // Tatertots & Jello

Mini Tri Berry Trifle // Thistlewood Farms

Easy & Delicious Red Wine Sangria // Maison de Cinq

grilled stone fruit and cheese pairings // My Sweet Savannah

Easy Skillet Peach Crumble // Inspiration For Moms

More Fruit Desserts to Make

Here are a few more desserts that are perfect to make for any occasion!

Strawberry Cheesecake Mousse Trifles

Fluffy Strawberry Cheesecake Mousse Trifles! Kick Spring off by making this easy and delicious, light and creamy mousse. It’s a great dessert to make ahead of time and wow your dinner guests! 

The Easiest Fruit Pizza

Patriotic Fruit Pizza Dessert. Chewy cookie crust is layered with light creamy frosting and topped with fresh sweet berries for an easy semi-homemade summer dessert!

15-Minute Cream Cheese Berry Tart

The easiest 15-minute cream cheese berry tart Looking for an easy dessert to whip together this Summer? Make a Berry Tart with puff pastry, fresh berries and a light and fluffy cheesecake filling. It’s light, fresh and oh so good!

Strawberry Shortcake Cream Cheese Waffles

The fluffiest waffle recipes PLUS a light and fluffy cream cheese topping make a strawberry shortcake recipe that is perfect for brunch or dessert!

Have a YUMMY day! 

xoxo

The post The BEST Fresh Strawberry Cream Cheese Cake Recipe! appeared first on Tatertots and Jello.

Honey-Themed Dessert Board

Hi friends! How is your summer so far? One of my favorite things about Summer is gathering out on our patio on summer evenings. I shared our honey-themed dinner party yesterday but I thought it would be fun to share a little tutorial on how I created the honey-themed dessert board and the DIY pretzel bees!

How to Make a Dessert Board

I love creating charcuterie and dessert boards. They are the ultimate party food because they allow guests to graze and chat while eating their favorite savory or sweet items. I’ve made quite a few over the past few year and I will link to those at the bottom of this post. The secret to creating a beautiful dessert board is LAYERING.

What Order to Layer Items on a Dessert Board?

After creating so many dessert and charcuterie boards I have learned the easiest way to layer items for the best effect. Here’s what I’ve found:

• First, put any dishes on the board. I like to gather small items, dips or liquid items in small round bowls.
• If you only have one bowl, I usually will put it in the middle of the board. If you have several bowls, I like to space them around the board.
• Next, layer larger items around the bowls. It looks nice to layer larger items like cookies, or apples around the bowls in a circle, instead of laying everything out in rows.
• Layer any other large items on the board. I do layer some large items in rows to break up the board a little.
• Once the larger layers are on the board, fill in the gaps with small items like berries or candies until the whole board is filled in.
• The last thing I do is add some greenery or edible flowers to the board.

Items to Add to a Sweet Dessert Board

Here are some suggestions of items for a sweet dessert board! Of course, you can pick and choose which items you want for your board. These are just suggestions of items that would be nice for a dessert board.

• Cookies – different shapes, colors and sizes.
• Graham crackers
• Chocolates- different sizes and shapes to fill in the board or to group in small bowls.
• Fruits – small berries like raspberries, strawberries, backberries, peach and apple slices to layer in rows.
• Honey or sweet dips.
• white and/or chocolate pretzes.
• Mint or edible flowers for garnishes.
• Sliced cheeses.
• Pretzel Bees. (tutorial below)

How to Make Pretzel Bees

Print

Pretzel Bees

How to make pretzel bees for a summer dessert board or bee-theme party

Course Dessert

Keyword bee theme party, honey theme party, shower dessert, summer dessert, summer party, summer shower

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 24

Ingredients

• 1 package white yogurt pretzels
• 1 cup white dipping chocolate
• 1 cup milk chocolate or dark chocolate dipping chocolate
• 1 package edible googly eyes
• 6 drops yellow food coloring

Instructions

• Melt white dipping chocolate. In microwave melt chocolate at 10 second intervals on medium heat, stirring until chocolate is melted. Add 6 drops of yellow food coloring.
• Lay pretzels on wax paper. Dip pretzels in yellow chocolate and lay them back on the wax paper. Use a small paintbrush to smooth the chocolate. Let cool.
• In small bowl, melt dark chocolate using the same melting directions as above.
• Dip a fork in the dark chocolate. Drizzle chocolate evenly over the pretzels. Let cool.
• Dip each pretzel in the chocolate. Dip the round section of the pretzel and lay back down on wax paper. Add 2 googly eyes to the dark chocolate section of the pretzel.

More Dessert and Charcuterie Board Ideas

Here are a few other fun dessert and charcuterie boards that I have made!

Pancake Breakfast Board

I made this for my daughter’s birthday but it would be fun to make for sunday brunch!

10-Minute Pink Dessert Board

This board was our Valentine dessert but it would also be fun to make to celebrate a birthday or anniversary!

Low-Carb Charcuterie Board

If you are eating low-carb or keto, you can still create a delicious charcuterie board! I have all of the items you can use on this post!

Summer Party Ideas

And here are a few summer party ideas for inspiration!

18 Summer Party Ideas

Summer nights are the perfect time to get together with friends and family and celebrate, whether it’s a barbecue, a soiree, or just enjoying some frozen treats with your kids. From food, to decorations and treats, check out these pretty summer party ideas!

3-Ingredient Luau Pineapple Slushy Punch

Oh my goodness, you guys! This slushie is the perfect drink for any summer party! You can make it as a mocktail or a cocktail and it will be the hit of your party! I also painted pineapples different colors and it turned out so great. Such an easy, inexpensive summer decorating idea!

Have you ever made a charcuterie board?

Have a yummy day!

xoxo

The post Honey-Themed Dessert Board with Pretzel Bees appeared first on Tatertots and Jello.

Easy Tart Cherry and Almond Galette Recipe. Harness the health benefits of Montmorency tart cherries in this rustic and delicious cherry and almond galette.

Easy Montmorency Tart Cherry and Almond Galette Recipe

Utah Montmorency Tart Cherries

Nestled against the backdrop of Utah’s picturesque landscapes lies a lesser-known gem that’s making its mark on the culinary and health scenes alike: Montmorency tart cherries. While you might associate cherries with summer picnics and sweet indulgence, there’s an intriguing twist to these crimson delights that’s worth exploring. Utah proudly stands as the second-largest tart cherry state in the nation. And there’s more to these fruits than meets the eye – or rather, the taste buds. Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to tour Rowley’s Montmorency tart cherry farms nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Santaquin, Utah. This journey allowed me to witness firsthand the meticulous process that goes into growing, harvesting, and processing these vibrant red gems.

A Glimpse into Santaquin’s Cherry Haven

Santaquin, often referred to as the “Cherry City,” is renowned for its bountiful Montmorency tart cherry orchards that thrive in the region’s unique climate and soil conditions. Stepping onto these farms felt like stepping into a cherry lover’s paradise. The rows of Montmorency cherry trees, laden with ripe, juicy fruit, were a sight to behold. The vibrant red hues against the backdrop of the surrounding mountains created a scene straight out of a postcard.

The star of the show is the Montmorency tart cherry, fondly known as the “sour cherry.” Unlike their sweet counterparts, these tart cherries aren’t typically enjoyed fresh off the tree. Instead, they find their way into our lives in various forms, each contributing its unique charm. Dried, juiced, canned, and frozen – these incarnations allow Montmorency tart cherries to tantalize our senses all year round.

Montmorency Tart Cherries

What sets Montmorency tart cherries apart is their distinctive flavor profile. When you bite into one, your taste buds embark on a delightful journey through the interplay of sweet and tart notes. The secret behind this symphony lies in anthocyanins, a type of polyphenol giving the cherries their deep red hue and tangy taste. The U.S.-grown Montmorency variety has many health benefits that make them truly stand out in the crowd.

The Antioxidant-Rich Superfood

Montmorency Tart cherries are more than just a delicious addition to your fruit bowl or dessert. They are often touted as a superfood due to their high levels of antioxidants and health-promoting compounds. The vibrant red hue of tart cherries is a visual testament to their antioxidant content, primarily attributed to anthocyanins and quercetin. These compounds have been linked to reducing inflammation, supporting cardiovascular health, and potentially even contributing to better sleep. Incorporating Montmorency tart cherries into your diet can be a flavorful and enjoyable way to boost your antioxidant intake.

Support American Cherry Growers

Beyond their versatile culinary applications, Montmorency tart cherries have become emblematic of health and vitality. These ruby-red wonders aren’t just a feast for your taste buds; they’re also a celebration of local American agriculture. Opting for Montmorency tart cherries means you’re supporting hardworking American farmers and enjoying fruits that are nurtured on home soil. In contrast, imported cherries travel thousands of miles before gracing grocery store shelves, while Montmorency cherries make a direct journey from farms in the US to your home.

Enjoy Montmorency Tart Cherries in Many Forms

Don’t be fooled by their absence in the produce section – Montmorency tart cherries are a testament to the art of preserving peak-season goodness. Picked at the pinnacle of ripeness during the summer, they’re swiftly transformed into dried, frozen, canned, or bottled forms, ensuring a year-round supply of delectable flavor. Their role in culinary creations is equally impressive, with their vibrant red hue adding a pop of color to baked goods and other culinary delights. The tangy, intense burst of flavor plays harmoniously with sweet, savory, and even spicy dishes, making every bite an adventure.

Rustic Charm and Culinary Delight: Tart Cherry and Almond Galettes Recipe

Speaking of incorporating tart cherries into your diet, one delightful and rustic way to do so is by whipping up these delightful and delicious Tart Cherry and Almond Galettes. Galettes are a type of free-form pie that exudes a rustic charm while celebrating the flavors of the season. This easy recipe combines the tangy sweetness of tart cherries with the nutty aroma of almonds, creating a delectable treat that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious.

Easy Tart Cherry and Almond Galette Recipe

This recipe makes 2 rustic tart cherry and almond galettes

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds of canned or frozen tart, pitted cherries
• 3 tablespoons corn starch
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon almond flavoring
• 2 refrigerated pie crusts (or make your own if you’re feeling adventurous!)
• 1/4 cup Sliced almonds
• Granulated sugar for topping
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
2. In a bowl, combine the tart cherries, corn starch, sugar, salt, and almond flavoring. Gently mix to ensure the cherries are coated evenly with the mixture.
3. On a lightly floured surface, unroll the refrigerated pie crusts. If you’re making your own pie crust, roll it out into circles.
4. Place a generous amount of the cherry mixture onto the center of each pie crust, leaving a border of about 2 inches.
5. Carefully fold the edges of the pie crust over the cherry filling, creating a rustic, pleated look.
6. Brush the edges of the pie crust with the beaten egg, which will give the galettes a beautiful golden hue as they bake.
7. Sprinkle sliced almonds and granulated sugar over the egg-washed edges, adding both flavor and a delightful crunch to your galettes.
8. Transfer the galettes onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
9. Bake the galettes in the preheated oven for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cherry filling is bubbling.
10. Once out of the oven, allow the galettes to cool slightly before dusting them with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness and elegance.
11. Top the galettes with scoops of vanilla bean ice cream and serve!

Add US-Grown Tart Cherries to Your Family’s Everyday Life

So, whether you’re reaching for a handful of dried cherries, crafting a tantalizing pie, whipping up an after-wrkout smoothie or simply looking to embrace the health benefits of an American superfruit, Montmorency tart cherries from Utah and and other US states promise a journey of flavor, health, and culinary discovery. They’re not just cherries; they’re a slice of nature’s bounty infused with the devotion of American farmers, offering you a taste of the good life in every bite. To delve deeper into the world of Montmorency tart cherries, explore recipes, and uncover the science behind their magic, visit choosecherries.com and prepare to embark on a cherry-filled adventure.

Let me know your favorite way to eat tart cherries in the comments!

xoxo

The post Easy Tart Cherry and Almond Galette Recipe appeared first on Tatertots and Jello.

Strawberry Shortcake Sliders

There really is only a few other desserts that are the quintessential summertime treat…fresh strawberries are very high on that list. I thought it would be fun to create a very simple strawberry shortcake dessert that was literally one bite. These little strawberry shortcake sliders would be a great thing to serve up at your next baby shower or summer picnic party.

Save Time By Making Strawberry Shortcake Ingredients In Advance

You can cut everything up and make the homemade whipped topping in advance. When you are getting ready to serve just put them together and place on a tray. They keep in the refrigerator for about an hour or so but not much longer than that or they will kind of get soggy. My daughter and I put these together in about 10 minutes… so they don’t take a lot of time. I would caution you to make a lot because they are so easy to eat!

Ingredients to Make Strawberry Shortcake Sliders

All you will need is a store bought vanilla pound cake sliced, fresh strawberries sliced, toothpicks, and some homemade whipping cream. I use this Homemade whipping cream on several kinds of desserts that call for a store bought whipped topping. I love this recipe because it its just 3 very simple ingredients and you can make as much as you need.

Strawberry Shortcake Slider Ingredient list:

store bought pound cake

strawberries

toothpicks

1 C heavy whipping cream

1 T powdered sugar

dash of vanilla extract

Whipping Cream Tips

The key to this homemade whipping cream is to get the mixing bowl as cold as you can. Placing in the freezer for about 10 minutes usually does it. I also put my Kitchenaid whisk in the freezer also…. and make sure your whipping cream is super cold. If you don’t have a stand mixer you can do it by hand but it will take some girth;) When you are ready to assemble just cut the cake into bite sized forms.

Use a Star-Shaped Cookie Cutter

We used a small star cookie cutter if you don’t have that you can just cut into little squares. Top with a strawberry slice and a dollop of your fresh whipping cream. That’s it! It is summer on a platter!

So festive and fun:)

I hope you can stop by and see me over at CleveryInspired.com!

************

Thanks Tracie! I just love those little sliders, and they would be perfect for the 4th of July, too! Tracie has such awesome ideas on her blog. Here are a few I know you’ll love:

I love the idea of making your own Self-Watering Planter! Such a great idea!

And, don’t you think you need some Bacon Wrapped Potato Fries at your next BBQ? I do!

And, she has a super clever idea for DIY Garden Markers! So easy!

Tracie also is an amazing artist and sells her works as well as does amazing commissions! I love the commissions she does of peoples homes! Check out her site!

Cleverly Inspired on etsy

What are YOUR favorite Summer recipes?

xoxo

The post Strawberry Shortcake Sliders appeared first on Tatertots and Jello.

3-Ingredient Strawberry Creamsicle Popsicles

Is there anything better than summertime strawberries? How about strawberries and cream? Combine the two for a refreshing treat and the best part is they only have 3.5 grams of carbs and are sugar free!!

Yummy Frozen Desserts to Make

I’m sharing these amazing creamiscle popsicles and my friends are also sharing the best frozen desserts today! Just scroll down to get the recipes!

Low Carb Strawberry Creamsicles

I’ve been eating keto for about a year and I love the way it makes me feel. Less sugar and gluten has really helped me with my energy levels. But I also don’t deprive myself so I have found ways to eat things I love while maintaining my keto lifestyle.

Popsicles with Only 3.5 grams of Net Carbs

Using alternatives for sugar and carbs reduces this strawberry creamsicle recipe from over 26 grams of carb per serving to only 3.5 grams of NET carbs per popsicle without losing any of the taste.

What Sweetener Can You Use for Keto Popsicles?

There are a few different sugar alternatives you can use to switch recipes over for a low carb alternative. I love monkfruit in general because it has a very realistic sugar taste without any aftertaste. I experimented with a few different sugar alternatives and found that if you use a POWDERED sugar alternative, the popsicles have a smoother texture. My grocery store didn’t sell a powdered monkfruit but you can buy some. I will provide a link to it below. But I ended up using Swerve powdered sugar substitute and it was great!

• Powdered Monkfruit
• Swerve Powdered
• Powdered Stevia
• Erythritol

Three Ingredient Strawberry Creamsicles

Only 3 ingredients are needed for this tasty summer dessert! Grab heavy cream, powdered monkfruit or swerve and srawberries. That’s it!! So easy and fast!

The Best Popsicle Mold

The Best Popsicle Maker

I ordered the BEST popsicle mold. Seriously. I have been making popsicles for years and this one is excellent. The reason I love this popsicle mold is that it’s made out of silicone container which makes it easier to get the popsicles out of the mold, compared to a plastic popsicle container. Another reason I love it is the lid. It snaps on and keeps the contents fresh while it freezes. Plus there’s openings to put the popsicle sticks so they stay centered. And you can use wood sticks so instead of having to wait for people to eat the popsicles so you can make another batch, you can immediately make more! And you can find popsicle sticks at your grocery store. Although this popsicle kit comes with 50 sticks too and a silicone funnel which makes pouring into the slots easy too!

Popsicle Making Tips

Here are a few tips you can do to make creating these popsicles easier!

• Make popsicles the night before you want to eat them. This gives them time to set up all the way.
• Use a small pitcher to pour the cream mixture into the molds. This popsicle kit comes with a funnel but I found that pouring the mixture with a small pitcher is the easiest.
• When ready to eat the popsicles, take them out of the freezer and put the mold in a bowl of warm water to defrost the edges and slide the popsicles right out.
• Use popsicle bags to keep the popsicles fresh in your freezer.

Keep Popsicles In Your Freezer

I ordered the best bags that are made to keep popsicles in the freezer. These are the type of bags that handmade popsicle companies use when they sell popsicles. They are made for this popsicle mold and they have a tab you pull on the end that has adhesive underneath. So all you need to do is pull the tape off and fold the bag end over the end of the popsicle to keep them airtight in your freezer!

3-Ingredient Strawberry Creamsicle Popsicles

Print

3-ingredient strawberry creamiscle Popsicles with only 3.5 net carbs!

3-ingredient strawberry creamiscle Popsicles with only 3.5 net carbs!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword creamsicles, keto dessert, keto popsicles, low carb dessert, low carb popsicles, popsicles, strawberry popsicles

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

3 hours hours

Total Time 3 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings 10

Calories 196kcal

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups sliced strawberries
• 4 T. powdered swerve, stevia or monkfruit.

Instructions

• Blend cream and 1 T. powdered sugar substitute. Set aside.
• Blend strawberries slices with remaining 3 T. powdered sugar substitute. Use the bottom of a glass to crush the slices. You can add a tablespoon of water if you want.
• Layer half of the strawberries on the bottom of each popsicle opening.
• Pour cream over the strawberries until 3/4 way full.
• Layer the remaining strawberries on top of the cream.
• Add lid to popsicle mold, then add popsicle sticks.
• Put popsicle mold in freezer for at least 3 hours. I prefer overnight.
• Take popsicle mold out of freezer. Run the bottom under warm water or put the mold in a shallow bowl of warm water for a couple minutes and then pull the popsicles out.
• Pop the popsicles in popsicle bags and close to keep them fresh in the freezer for up to 4 weeks.

Notes

Carbohydrates: 7.08 g Protein: .69g Fat: 8.9g Saturated Fat: 5.52g Sodium: 10 mg Fiber: .6g Sugar: 5.82g Net Carbs: 3.5

10 Summery Frozen Dessert Recipes

3-Ingredient Keto Strawberry Creamsicle Popsicles // Tatertots & Jello

Easy Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream Recipe // Twelve On Main

Mochi Ice Cream Recipe // Happy Happy Nester 

Easy Ice Cream Cupcakes // My 100 Year Old Home

Homemade Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches // Modern Glam

Homemade Mango Ice Cream Recipe // Paint Me Pink

Biscoff Ice Box Cake // Most Lovely Things

Frozen Mini Key Lime Pies // Life Is Better At Home

Frozen S’mores Bars // My Sweet Savannah 

Best Ever Chocolate Hazelnut Gelato // Maison De Cinq

More Popsicles to Make

Here are a few other popsicle recipes you can make with your new popsicle maker!

15 Refreshing Summer Popsicles to Make

15 Popsicles to Make in Minutes

silicone popsicle mold

The post 3-Ingredient Strawberry Creamsicle Popsicles (Low-Carb, Keto) appeared first on Tatertots and Jello.

Easy recipes are perfect to make in the Summer

I am all about easy recipes in the summer. I want to be out with my family enjoying the summer, not in the kitchen cooking! We had a family party last week and I needed a dessert. I knew I wanted to use all of the fresh berries that are available right now and combine them with a light and fluffy filling. Cue the puff pastry!

Puff pastry is so easy to use

It is also so light and fluffy when it bakes up. All of those thin layers of dough paired with butter are heavenly!

It only takes 15 minutes to make

Another reason I love this dessert is it only takes 15 minutes to make! Just pop the puff pastry in the oven and while it cooks you slice up the berries and whip the cream cheese filling.

Layer the fluffy cream cheese filling and fruit on top!

Then take the puff pastry out of the oven, let it cool for a few minutes and then layer the cream cheese filling and top with the berries. YUM!

You can serve this dessert right away or refrigerate it until you are ready to eat!

The Easiest 15-Minute Cream Cheese Berry Tart!

Print

The easiest 15-minute cream cheese berry tart

 Looking for an easy dessert to whip together this Summer? Make a Berry Tart with puff pastry, fresh berries and a light and fluffy cheesecake filling. It's light, fresh and oh so good! 

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword berry dessert, dessert kids love, easy dessert, puff pastry, summer dessert, tart dessert

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 12

Ingredients

• 1 package puff pastry (2 sheets)
• 3 cups berries - I used strawberries, blueberries and raspberries
• 2 T. sugar or splenda naturals
• 1 8-ounce package cream cheese (I used light cream cheese)
• 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

• Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees. Combine the two pieces of puff pastry together to fit your baking sheet, rolling with a rolling pin. You can use a little water to fuse the two edges together. 
• Cut the edge of the tart about 2 inches in all the way around. Add a little water and lay the edges on top of the tart, forming a rim to hold the filling in. You can also just fold the edges over to create a rim too. 
• Prick the puff pastry with a fork. Place it in the oven for 10 minutes. 
• While the puff pastry bakes, chop up the berries in a bowl and stir in the sugar. 
• Also make the filling. Whip the cream cheese and heavy cream together until light and fluffy. 
• When the puff pastry is cooked, take it out of the oven and let it cool. Then add the filling and put the berries on top. 

It’s the perfect dessert to serve at a Summer BBQ!!

Give it a try!

 Here are a few other recipes we love to make in the Summer!

20 Refreshing Summer Treats 

20 Delicious Summer Recipes 

The post The Easiest 15-Minute Cream Cheese Berry Tart appeared first on Tatertots and Jello.

I grew up in rural Illinois and every summer we had campfires which were always accompanied by s’mores. Since moving to Florida nearly eight years ago I quickly learned that there is a small window of opportunity to have campfires. The summer months are too darn hot for campfires and we are often under burn bans if the ground is too dry. Since making s’mores has been on our Summer Bucket List the past few years I came up with an alternative to the classic s’more by making it with peanut butter cookies ((no campfire needed))!

I don’t know about you but I am always game for a chocolaty treat – add peanut butter and I stop everything!

Peanut Butter Cookie S’mores – yields 4 dozen cookies (2 dozen S’mores)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 8 chocolate bars – each broke into four pieces
• Marshmallow Crème

Directions:

• In a large mixing bowl beat butter and peanut butter with a mixer on medium speed until combined. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda and baking powder and beat until combined. Mix in the eggs and vanilla and then beat in as much of the flour as you can with a mixer. Stir in any remaining flour.
• Using your hands shape dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet. Use the tines of a fork to lightly push down and make criss-cross lines in the cookies. Bake at 375 degrees for 7-8 minutes. Remove from oven and cool slightly on a wire rack.
• Once the cookies are cool enough to handle spread marshmallow crème on one cookie, top with a piece of chocolate bar and then another cookie to create a peanut butter cookie s’more!

I hope you enjoy this twist on S’mores and if you get a chance stop by Poofy Cheeks where I will be sharing lottsa’ yummy bacon recipes all week long!

***********

Thanks Kelsey! I love s’mores too, and these look amazing! Kelsey always has such awesome recipes, doesn’t she? Here are a few of her recent projects on her blog that are so fun!

For the salty sweet lovers out there, this Bacon Cracker Toffee looks so good. I definitely want to try this one!

Going on a road trip this summer? Her Road Trip Book Printables to help you keep the kids entertained is a perfect idea!!

And, if you’re looking for a quick and easy summer meal, this is it. These Flatbread Pizza Sandwiches look like the best idea for busy families.

Visit Poofy Cheeks and

xoxo

The post Peanut Butter Cookie S’mores appeared first on Tatertots and Jello.

A couple of years ago, a girlfriend of mine brought an amazing cake to a neighborhood potluck dinner. It was a hit. My kids loved it and I HAD to get the recipe. And the best part?? It is SO easy to make!!

Ice Cream Sandwich Cake

It takes the epitome of Summer — Ice Cream Sandwiches and makes them into something even yummier and more decadent. And my favorite part is you can make so many different variations of this dessert. I used plain Ice Cream Sandwiches, but you can buy Ice Cream Sandwiches in different flavors — like mint, strawberry and even Neapolitan!! So if you use mint, you can use a mint-flavored candy bar like Junior Mints or Peppermint Patties. You can use ANY candy bar to personalize this cake — like M&M’s, Snickers, Kit Kats. The possibilities are endless!!

Ingredients:

• 1 box of Ice Cream Sandwiches — you will need at least 10 Ice Cream Sandwiches
• 1 Large Carton of whipped topping.]
• 1 Container of Chocolate Syrup
• Candy Bar of Your Choice — I used Butterfingers for this cake
• Tin foil to line your pan

Here’s What You Do:

• Line a baking pan with foil
• Layer the Ice Cream Sandwiches on the bottom of the pan. My pan was 12 x 12 and I layered 4 Ice Cream Sandwiches vertically and then 1.5 sandwiches at the top of the pan.(Hannah loved eating the extra half)
• Then layer 1/2 of the COOL WHIP Whipped Topping over the Ice Cream Sandwiches, use a spatula to smooth it out.
• Next, pour some chocolate syrup over the COOL WHIP and smooth it out. You can also substitute the chocolate syrup for Caramel Syrup or Strawberry Syrup if you are using Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwiches.
• Then sprinkle a layer of your CRUSHED or CHOPPED candy bars.

Repeat another layer.

• Once you have two layers of all of the ingredients, garnish the top with some whole pieces of your candy bar.

• Then put the pan in your freezer for at least an hour.

• After an hour or more, take the pan out and remove the foil. Put the cake on a serving platter.

• Put the cake back in your freezer for another two hours (at least).

• After two hours, take the cake out and cut into pieces and serve!! (TIP — If you put hot water in a bowl and dip your knife in the bowl between slices, it will cut through the cake like butter)

This recipe makes approximately 12 servings.

I am also sharing a fun Summertime treat over at The New Home Ec today — Cappuccino Mocha Banana Bites!! I made these for my family yesterday and they were hooked. They are simple to make and the perfect size to pop in your mouth!!

Cappuccino Mocha Banana Bites

xoxo

PS — It’s Friday!!!

I love Fridays because it’s time for The Weekend Wrap Up Party. The time when I get to feature YOU!!

I hope you can stop by for the fun. The party starts at 6 pm MST.

And shhhhhh – there’s a HUGE giveaway this week!!

TT&J on Facebook – where I love to share great ideas.

TT&J on Twitter

TT&J on Pinterest – my newest favorite place.

The post A Perfect Summer Treat — Ice Cream Sandwich Cake!! appeared first on Tatertots and Jello.