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Patriotic Mini Cheesecakes

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Patriotic Mini Cheesecakes are festive, bite-sized desserts featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and red, white, and blue decorations, perfect for 4th of July celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar (for crust)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Red and blue food coloring
  • Whipped cream and patriotic sprinkles, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a muffin tin with 12 paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 3 tbsp sugar, and melted butter. Divide evenly among liners and press firmly to form crusts.
  3. Bake crusts for 5 minutes. Remove and let cool while preparing filling.
  4. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in sour cream and vanilla until just combined.
  5. Divide batter into three bowls. Leave one white, tint one red, and one blue using food coloring.
  6. Spoon small amounts of each color into muffin cups to create a layered or swirled effect. Smooth the tops.
  7. Bake for 16–18 minutes, or until centers are set. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  9. Top with whipped cream and sprinkles if desired.

Notes

  • Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors without thinning the batter.
  • These can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge.
  • For clean swirls, use a toothpick to gently mix the colors in the liners.

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