Calling all procrastinators (or those out of time)! Here’s a last-minute 4th of July dessert idea you can throw together in just 10 minutes.
Baseball finally died down, out of time and nearly out of energy, I needed something to put together quickly and easily for our 4th of July. Since Naomi is the resident baker of the house, I didn’t bother making homemade brownies—and, well, it’s just easier to use good store-bought brownie bites for this. The only thing you have to make is the whipped cream. And if it were up to me, I would have used Ready Whip, but she insisted that I make that.
I’m so glad I did, it’s easier than I ever imagined and tastes so much better. So yeah, these little bites are semi-homemade and a sure bet when it comes to a crowd-pleasing dessert this 4th of July!
Happy 4th of July, everyone!
4th of July Brownie Bites
By Published: July 3, 2014
- Yield: 16 bites Servings
Calling all procrastinators (or those out of time)! Here's a last-minute 4th of July dessert idea you can throw together in just 10 …
Ingredients
- 16-18 brownie bites, store bought or homemade
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 5-6 strawberries, quartered
- 3 oz. blueberries
Instructions
- To make whipped cream: Place cream and sugar in a chilled bowl, and using a hand held electric mixer beat on high until stiff peaks form. Transfer whipped cream to a pastry bag fitted with a open star tip. Pipe whipped cream onto brownie tops and layer with strawberries and blueberries.
Procrastinator here…you called?! 😉 I absolutely love the idea of adding a little homemade touch to something store-bought. Especially when it comes to entertaining!
Right there with ya, Todd! Hope you guys have an awesome 4th. I can only imagine the cocktails you come up with tomorrow!
Perfect dessert bites for the holiday weekend. Happy 4th of July!
Thanks Liz, hope you had a great 4th!
Such great idea to add a little homemade touch to store bought brownies. Sometimes life just need easy! Happy 4th! Hope you guys have a fun day!
Thanks Tieghan, hope you all had an awesome 4th!
Absolutely amazing! I’m going to convince myself it’s safe to eat the whole tray since they’re topped with healthy fruit…if the kids don’t get to them first.
Haha love that, thanks Kristin!!
I love that Naomi convinced you to make real whipped cream! Since I am a total procrastinator, this is perfect!
She absolutely did, isn’t that funny? Hope you had a great 4th Tanya!
How cute are these little bites, so perfect for the 4th!
Thanks Laura!!
No joke, I’ve spooned a huge tub of homemade whipped cream straight into mah trap. Nothing beats it! Also? These bites are super gorgeous!!
You are hilarious, thanks Kate!!!
Those are so cute! Love the fruity toppings! Have a great weekend 🙂
Thanks Maggie, hope you had a great 4th!
Home-run for these little brownie bites! Love the fresh fruit addition. Ready who?? Fresh whipped cream is definitely the way to go! You must try whipped coconut cream sometime. YUM!
Thanks Jacqueline!
What a great idea. I love small looking type of desserts. I like the pop of color with the fresh fruit and cream 🙂
Thanks so much, Miryam! Hope you had an awesome 4th!
So adorable. Love the rich brownie with the light cream and fruit! PERFECT.
Thanks so much, Aimee!
Matt, love the simplicity of these!! I’m with Naomi on the homemade whipped cream. . so, ok how do I get my husband to whip up fabulous quick desserts like this?!! 🙂 love it!!
Great question Alice! Seriously for me, half of it is me trying to lesson the work for Naomi, plus I want my boys to not be afraid of the kitchen when they’re older:) And it’s fun once I get in there!
So fun and festive! I love how easy these are too 🙂 Also, is it ok if I eat a million of them?
Yes of course, Alyssa! 🙂
You’re a machine!! Brownies and baseball? How do you guys do it all?! These look fantastic, Matt. As per usual.
Haha thanks Megan!!
So simple and so perfect for the 4th! Love the colors, and everybody loves those brownie bites, especially at a picnic!
Thanks so much Allie!!
4th or not these look great, Matt!
Thank you Adrienne!!
Wow these are seriously unbelievable and so darn cute! Love!
Thanks Jocelyn!!
Brownie bites are definitely one thing you can get away with when it comes to store bought! I love how easy these are to throw together and they look great!
Totally agree Kayley, thanks so much!
These are super cute! I doubt any of us manage homemade 100% of the time. Sometimes it’s more important to enjoy your day and the company of those you’re celebrating with!
That’s exactly why I went this route, time saver! Thanks Natasha!
They would be gone in no time in my house Matt. Love your approach of baking 🙂
Simple is good sometimes, thanks Helene!
How far in advanced can I make these if at room temp and using store bought whipped cream? What about in the fridge?