Can I make Red White & Blue Tortilla Cups ahead of time?

Yes. For the best texture, prepare the tortilla cups and filling separately up to one day in advance. Store the tortilla shells in an airtight container at room temperature and refrigerate the filling. Assemble the Red White & Blue Tortilla Cups a few hours before serving to keep the shells crisp.

Can I use homemade whipped cream instead of whipped topping?

Absolutely. Homemade whipped cream works wonderfully in Red White & Blue Tortilla Cups and creates a fresher flavor. Simply whip heavy cream until soft peaks form and gently fold it into the softened cream cheese mixture.

How long do Red White & Blue Tortilla Cups last in the refrigerator?

Once assembled, Red White & Blue Tortilla Cups are best enjoyed within 24 to 48 hours. The filling stays creamy, but the tortilla shells may gradually soften as they absorb moisture from the filling and fruit.

Can I use other fruits for these tortilla dessert cups?

Yes. While strawberries and blueberries create the classic patriotic appearance, you can customize Red White & Blue Tortilla Cups with raspberries, blackberries, cherries, or even sliced peaches. Choose firm, fresh fruit for the best presentation and flavor

Red White & Blue Tortilla Cups: Easy Dessert

Name: Red White & Blue Tortilla Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 10 (6-inch) flour tortillas; 3 tablespoons granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; Nonstick cooking spray, as needed; 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 2 cups whipped topping or fresh whipped cream; 1 package strawberries, washed and halved (about 1 pound); 1 cup blueberries, washed

Description

Red White & Blue Tortilla Cups are festive individual desserts featuring crispy cinnamon-sugar tortilla shells filled with a light cream cheese and whipped topping mixture, then topped with fresh strawberries and blueberries. Perfect for Fourth of July celebrations, Memorial Day gatherings, summer parties, and patriotic events.

Ingredients

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10 (6-inch) flour tortillas
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Nonstick cooking spray, as needed
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cups whipped topping or fresh whipped cream
1 package strawberries, washed and halved (about 1 pound)
1 cup blueberries, washed

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a small bowl, combine the sugar and ground cinnamon until evenly mixed.
Lightly coat one side of each tortilla with nonstick cooking spray and sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Turn the tortillas over, spray the other side, and sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon sugar.
Cut each tortilla into 4 equal wedges.
Place one tortilla wedge into a muffin cup with the rounded edge along the bottom. Add a second wedge, overlapping slightly, to form a cup shape.
Repeat with the remaining tortilla wedges until all muffin cups are filled.
Bake for 10 minutes or until crisp and lightly golden brown.
Allow the tortilla cups to cool completely in the muffin pan.
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold in the whipped topping or fresh whipped cream until fully combined.
Carefully remove the cooled tortilla cups from the pan.
Spoon or pipe about 3 tablespoons of filling into each tortilla cup.
Top each cup with one strawberry half and a few blueberries.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Allow the tortilla cups to cool completely before filling to maintain crispness.
Fresh whipped cream can be substituted for whipped topping.
For the best texture, assemble within a few hours of serving.
Store assembled cups in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
You can drizzle melted white chocolate, red candy melts, or blue candy melts over the cups for a festive decoration.
Fresh raspberries or blackberries can be used alongside the strawberries and blueberries.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 tortilla cup
Calories: 102
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 87mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg