Dessert Shells with Cream Filling and Berries
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Dessert Shells with Cream Filling and Berries—a showstopping treat that's as easy to make as it is dazzling to serve. Featuring buttery, golden pastry shells baked to perfection, this recipe combines the light sweetness of homemade whipped cream with the bright, juicy flavors of fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. A dash of vanilla extract elevates the cream filling, while optional sprigs of fresh mint add a vibrant garnish. Perfect for special occasions or a luxurious weeknight dessert, this recipe takes just an hour to prepare and serves six, making it ideal for sharing. Whether you're planning a summer gathering or looking for a picture-perfect way to end a meal, these dessert shells deliver elegance and flavor in every bite. Keywords: dessert shells, cream filling, fresh berries, summer dessert, easy dessert recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3 tablespoons Ice water
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups Fresh strawberries, sliced
- 0.5 cups Fresh blueberries
- 0.5 cups Fresh raspberries
- 6 leaves Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 20 minutes to chill.
Roll the chilled dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness.
Cut the dough into 6 circles, each about 4-5 inches in diameter. Gently press the circles into a muffin tin to form shells.
Use a fork to prick the bottoms of the shells to prevent puffing during baking. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely before filling.
In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Spoon or pipe the whipped cream into the cooled dessert shells.
Top each shell with a combination of sliced strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
447 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 83 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 98 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 102 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
