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Perfect Mini American Flag Cheesecakes Easy 4th of July Dessert Recipe

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These mini American flag cheesecakes are a quick and easy patriotic dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and fresh berry toppings arranged like the American flag. Perfect for summer celebrations and crowd-pleasing treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 150g), finely crushed
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (85g), melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
  • 16 ounces cream cheese (450g), softened to room temperature
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (150g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240ml), cold
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • ½ cup fresh blueberries
  • About 1 cup whipped cream (240ml), freshly whipped or store-bought

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line your mini muffin pan with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
  3. Press about 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture into the bottom of each lined muffin cup, compacting firmly. Bake for 7 minutes, then remove and let cool.
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the egg and lemon juice, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
  7. Fill each crust-lined cup with about 3 tablespoons of cheesecake filling, smoothing the tops.
  8. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 18-20 minutes until centers are slightly jiggly but not liquid.
  9. Remove from oven, cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  10. Decorate chilled cheesecakes with whipped cream stripes, sliced strawberries arranged in stripes, and blueberries placed in the corner to mimic the flag’s star field.
  11. Serve chilled and enjoy.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth texture. Do not overmix after adding egg to prevent cracks. Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks but avoid turning buttery. Chill cheesecakes thoroughly before decorating. Fresh berries are best for topping; add just before serving to avoid sogginess. For gluten-free crust, substitute graham cracker crumbs with almond flour. For dairy-free, use coconut cream instead of heavy cream and dairy-free cream cheese.

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