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4th of July Brownie Bites

July 3, 2014 by Matt Robinson 40 Comments

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.

4th of July Brownie Bites via Real Food by Dad

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 browniesβ€”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.

4th of July Brownie Bites from Real Food by Dad

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!

4th of July Brownie Bites with Real Food by Dad

Happy 4th of July, everyone!

4th of July Brownie Bites

th of July Brownie Bites via Real Food by Dad

By Matt Robinson 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

  1. 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.
  • Course: Dessert
  • Skill Level: Easy

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Filed Under: Bites, Brownies, Chocolate, Dessert, Easy, Fruit, Holiday, Party, Quick, Sweets Tagged With: 4th of July, 4th of July dessert, blueberries, brownie, strawberries

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Comments

  1. Todd @ HonestlyYUM says

    July 3, 2014 at 11:44 pm

    Procrastinator here…you called?! πŸ˜‰ I absolutely love the idea of adding a little homemade touch to something store-bought. Especially when it comes to entertaining!

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 4, 2014 at 12:23 am

      Right there with ya, Todd! Hope you guys have an awesome 4th. I can only imagine the cocktails you come up with tomorrow!

      Reply
  2. Liz Stark says

    July 4, 2014 at 4:48 am

    Perfect dessert bites for the holiday weekend. Happy 4th of July!

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 4, 2014 at 10:34 pm

      Thanks Liz, hope you had a great 4th!

      Reply
  3. HalfBakedHarvest says

    July 4, 2014 at 5:25 am

    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!

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 4, 2014 at 10:35 pm

      Thanks Tieghan, hope you all had an awesome 4th!

      Reply
  4. Kristin says

    July 4, 2014 at 6:40 am

    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.

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 4, 2014 at 10:35 pm

      Haha love that, thanks Kristin!!

      Reply
  5. Lemons for Lulu says

    July 4, 2014 at 12:20 pm

    I love that Naomi convinced you to make real whipped cream! Since I am a total procrastinator, this is perfect!

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 4, 2014 at 10:36 pm

      She absolutely did, isn’t that funny? Hope you had a great 4th Tanya!

      Reply
  6. Tutti Dolci says

    July 4, 2014 at 2:20 pm

    How cute are these little bites, so perfect for the 4th!

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 4, 2014 at 10:36 pm

      Thanks Laura!!

      Reply
  7. Katerina Petrovska says

    July 5, 2014 at 8:36 am

    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!!

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 5, 2014 at 10:50 pm

      You are hilarious, thanks Kate!!!

      Reply
  8. Maggie Zhu says

    July 5, 2014 at 9:43 am

    Those are so cute! Love the fruity toppings! Have a great weekend πŸ™‚

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    • realfoodbydad says

      July 5, 2014 at 10:50 pm

      Thanks Maggie, hope you had a great 4th!

      Reply
  9. I Sugar Coat It! says

    July 5, 2014 at 1:35 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 5, 2014 at 10:51 pm

      Thanks Jacqueline!

      Reply
  10. Eat Good 4 Life says

    July 5, 2014 at 7:42 pm

    What a great idea. I love small looking type of desserts. I like the pop of color with the fresh fruit and cream πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 5, 2014 at 10:52 pm

      Thanks so much, Miryam! Hope you had an awesome 4th!

      Reply
  11. Aimee Shugarman says

    July 5, 2014 at 9:27 pm

    So adorable. Love the rich brownie with the light cream and fruit! PERFECT.

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 5, 2014 at 10:52 pm

      Thanks so much, Aimee!

      Reply
  12. Alice Choi says

    July 6, 2014 at 7:49 am

    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?!! πŸ™‚ love it!!

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 6, 2014 at 10:24 pm

      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!

      Reply
  13. Alyssa says

    July 6, 2014 at 9:15 am

    So fun and festive! I love how easy these are too πŸ™‚ Also, is it ok if I eat a million of them?

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 6, 2014 at 10:24 pm

      Yes of course, Alyssa! πŸ™‚

      Reply
  14. Megan {Country Cleaver} says

    July 6, 2014 at 4:06 pm

    You’re a machine!! Brownies and baseball? How do you guys do it all?! These look fantastic, Matt. As per usual.

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 6, 2014 at 10:24 pm

      Haha thanks Megan!!

      Reply
  15. Allie|Baking a Moment says

    July 6, 2014 at 4:38 pm

    So simple and so perfect for the 4th! Love the colors, and everybody loves those brownie bites, especially at a picnic!

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 6, 2014 at 10:24 pm

      Thanks so much Allie!!

      Reply
  16. Adrienne @ Whole New Mom says

    July 6, 2014 at 6:12 pm

    4th or not these look great, Matt!

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 6, 2014 at 10:24 pm

      Thank you Adrienne!!

      Reply
  17. grandbabycakes says

    July 7, 2014 at 6:16 am

    Wow these are seriously unbelievable and so darn cute! Love!

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 7, 2014 at 10:58 am

      Thanks Jocelyn!!

      Reply
  18. Kayley McCabe says

    July 7, 2014 at 8:04 am

    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!

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 7, 2014 at 10:58 am

      Totally agree Kayley, thanks so much!

      Reply
  19. Natasha @ The Perfectionist says

    July 8, 2014 at 9:06 am

    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!

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 8, 2014 at 11:05 am

      That’s exactly why I went this route, time saver! Thanks Natasha!

      Reply
  20. La Cuisine d'Helene says

    July 9, 2014 at 12:00 pm

    They would be gone in no time in my house Matt. Love your approach of baking πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • realfoodbydad says

      July 9, 2014 at 12:47 pm

      Simple is good sometimes, thanks Helene!

      Reply

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