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Walking Desserts

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  • Author: Alice
  • Prep Time: 10-30 minutes
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Walking Desserts are portable, mess-free sweet treats perfect for enjoying on-the-go. Combining cookies, brownies, bars, fruit, and creative fillings, these handheld desserts are ideal for picnics, parties, or quick indulgences anytime. Easy to customize and prepare, walking desserts bring convenience and flavor together in every bite.


Ingredients

(Ingredients vary depending on the chosen dessert type.)

Common Bases:

  • Brownies (homemade or store-bought)

  • Cookies (chocolate chip, sugar, oatmeal, etc.)

  • Bars (granola bars, lemon bars, blondies)

Fillings and Spreads:

  • Frosting (vanilla, chocolate, cream cheese)

  • Peanut butter or nut butters

  • Nutella or chocolate spread

  • Cream cheese

Add-ins and Toppings:

  • Nuts (chopped walnuts, almonds, pecans)

  • Chocolate chips

  • Dried fruit (raisins, cranberries)

  • Fresh fruit (berries, banana slices, apple slices)

  • Sprinkles, powdered sugar, chocolate drizzle

Instructions

  • Choose Your Base: Bake or buy your preferred dessert base such as brownies, cookies, or bars.

  • Prepare Fillings and Add-ins: Whip spreads or fillings as needed. Chop nuts and slice fruit.

  • Assemble Desserts:

    • For sandwich-style: Spread filling between two bases.

    • For skewers: Alternate fruit and chocolate pieces on sticks.

    • For jars or cups: Layer desserts and toppings in portable containers.

  • Pack and Store: Place assembled desserts in airtight containers or wrap securely for transport.


Notes

Customize flavors by mixing different bases, fillings, and toppings.Keep perishable fillings refrigerated until serving.Use sturdy dessert bases to minimize mess when eating.For healthy versions, use yogurt, nuts, and dried fruit with granola bars.