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Festive No-Bake Mini American Flag Cheesecake Cups

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A quick and easy no-bake dessert featuring creamy cheesecake filling, crunchy graham cracker crust, and fresh berries arranged as an American flag. Perfect for patriotic celebrations and summer parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons (70g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup (90g) powdered sugar
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, sliced
  • ½ cup (75g) fresh blueberries
  • Whipped cream or extra cheesecake filling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Crush 1 ½ cups (150g) of graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with 5 tablespoons (70g) melted unsalted butter and 2 tablespoons (25g) sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Spoon about 2 tablespoons (30g) of the crust mixture into each mini cup and press down firmly to create an even, compact base.
  4. Chill the cups in the fridge for at least 10 minutes to set while preparing the filling.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, beat 8 oz (225g) softened cream cheese with ¾ cup (90g) powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
  6. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice to the cream cheese mixture and mix just to combine.
  7. In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  8. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, being careful not to overmix.
  9. Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling on top of the chilled crust in each cup, leaving room at the top for decoration.
  10. Arrange sliced strawberries horizontally across the top for red stripes.
  11. Use dollops or lines of whipped cream or extra cheesecake filling for the white stripes.
  12. Place blueberries tightly together in one corner to mimic the blue star field of the American flag.
  13. Chill the assembled cups in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight to set properly.

Notes

Soften cream cheese to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps. Fold whipped cream gently into the cream cheese mixture to keep it light and airy. Chill for at least 2 hours for best texture. Press crust firmly to prevent sogginess. Pre-slice strawberries and keep berries dry for easier decoration.

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Keywords: no-bake cheesecake, mini cheesecake cups, patriotic dessert, American flag dessert, Fourth of July dessert, easy cheesecake, summer dessert

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