Berry Parfaits

I can serve up this easy dessert in no time. Impressive and delicious, it seems to be just the right touch after a full meal. We also recommend it as a great midnight snack.

Ingredients

• 1- 8 ounce round Brie cheese, softened
• 1- 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 6 cups sliced fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and/or cut-up mixed fruit
• 1- 3 3/4 ounce package butter toffee-glazed sliced almonds
• Honey (optional)

Directions

1. Remove and discard the rind from the Brie cheese.
2. In a medium bowl beat Brie cheese, cream cheese, sugar, and lemon juice with an electric mixer on medium speed until almost smooth. Set aside. 
3. Layer strawberries, cheese mixture, and almonds in eight parfait glasses or water goblets. If desired, drizzle with honey. 

Tips!If you wish to make these parfaits ahead, do not use apples, pears, or peaches because the fruit will turn brown. Prepare the cheese mixture and fruit as directed. Cover and chill for up to 24 hours. To serve, let cheese mixture stand at room temperature for 30 minutes; Assemble as directed. Or prepare parfaits as directed. Cover and chill the finished parfaits for up to 4 hours.