No-Bake Recipes for the 4th of July

The 4th of July is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with fresh, colorful no-bake desserts? If you're looking for sweet and simple festive treats to enjoy with family and friends, these easy recipes are perfect for the summer heat.

1. Cheesecake Cups

Ingredients:

· 2 cups vanilla wafers

· ½ cup melted butter

· 1 ¾ cups cream cheese

· ¾ cup + 1 tbsp whipping cream

· ½ cup sugar

· A splash of Vanilla Molina

· Strawberries, raspberries and blueberries

Directions:

1. Crush wafers and mix with butter. Press into small glasses.

2. Beat cream cheese with sugar and a splash of Vainilla Molina. Gently fold in add whipped cream.

3. Spoon mixture over crust and top with layers of berries.

4. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Tip: Use clear glasses to show off the patriotic red, white and blue layers!

2. Homemade Fruit & Yogurt Ice Cream

Ingredients:

· 2 cups natural Greek yogurt

· 1½ cups chopped strawberries (or about 1¼ cups whole)

· 1 cup blueberries

· 2 tbsp honey or sugar

· A splash of Vainilla Molina Clear

· Ice cream molds or cups

Directions:

1. Blend strawberries. Separately, blend blueberries.

2. In a bowl, mix yogurt with honey and a splash of Molina Clear Vanilla. Divide mixture into three parts.

3. Mix one part with blended strawberries, one with blended blueberries and keep third part plain.

4. Layer the mixtures into the molds to create a red, white and blue effect.

5. Freeze for at least 4 hours.

Tip: You can use star-shaped molds to match the theme!

3. No-Bake Tart

Ingredients:

· 2 cups vanilla wafers

· ½ cup melted butter

· 1 ¾ cups cream cheese

· 1 can condensed milk

· Juice 1 lemon

· A splash of Vainilla Molina

· Strawberries and blueberries for garnish

· Unflavored gelatin (optional)

Directions:

1. Crush wafers and mix with butter. Spread and press into a springform pan.

2. Mix cream cheese with condensed milk, Vainilla Molina and lemon juice until thickened.

3. Pour over crust and refrigerate for 4 hours.

4. Decorate with a U.S. flag made of fruit (strawberries in stripes and blueberries in one corner).

Tip: Use red, white and blue plates and utensils to be even more festive