Frozen Raspberry Macadamia Dessert
Indulge in the creamy, nutty, and tangy delight of Frozen Raspberry Macadamia Dessert—a no-bake treat that combines bold flavors and luscious textures for an unforgettable finish to any meal. This dessert starts with a buttery graham cracker crust that provides the perfect base for layers of velvety cream cheese filling, fresh raspberries, and crunchy macadamia nuts. Whipped heavy cream adds a luxurious lightness to the filling, while the natural sweetness of vanilla and powdered sugar balance the tartness of the berries. Finished with vibrant garnishes of reserved raspberries and nuts, this frozen dessert is as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you need a refreshing make-ahead dessert, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends! With just 25 minutes of hands-on preparation and no baking required, it’s an easy, show-stopping treat you won’t want to miss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh raspberries
- 1 cup Macadamia nuts (unsalted)
- 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (melted)
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 8 oz Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.
Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch square pan to form the crust. Place the pan in the freezer while preparing the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and continue to beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate medium mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and creamy.
Reserve a handful of raspberries and macadamia nuts for garnish. Gently fold the remaining raspberries and chopped macadamia nuts into the cream cheese mixture.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the prepared crust in the pan. Smooth out the top with a spatula.
Cover the pan with plastic wrap or foil and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
When ready to serve, let the dessert sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to slightly soften. Cut into squares and garnish with the reserved raspberries and macadamia nuts before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 359.0 g | 460% | |
| Saturated Fat | 174.6 g | 873% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 749 mg | 250% | |
| Sodium | 1913 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 308.9 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.5 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 176.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.3 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 502 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1329 mg | 28% | |
*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.
