Patriotic Mini Cheesecakes
Patriotic Mini Cheesecakes are the perfect festive treat to celebrate summer gatherings. These delightful bite-sized desserts feature a creamy cheesecake filling layered atop a crunchy graham cracker crust, topped with fresh strawberries and blueberries for a vibrant red, white, and blue presentation. Easy to make and visually stunning, they are sure to impress guests at barbecues, picnics, or any patriotic event.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Press into the bottom of mini cheesecake cups.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Blend in sour cream and vanilla until silky.
- Spoon cheesecake filling over each crust generously.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until set around edges but slightly jiggly in center.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Top with blueberries and strawberries before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother filling. Experiment with toppings like raspberries or chocolate drizzle for added flair. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.