Description
These Red, White, and Blue Mini Cheesecakes are the perfect festive dessert for any patriotic celebration. With their smooth, creamy texture and vibrant, colorful layers, these mini cheesecakes are a delightful treat that’s both visually stunning and delicious. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, they offer a classic cheesecake flavor with a fun, festive twist. Ideal for holidays like the Fourth of July or Memorial Day, these mini cheesecakes will be a hit at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Crust:
1 cup vanilla wafer cookie crumbs
2 tbsp sugar
4 tbsp butter, melted
Filling:
12 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
3 tbsp flour
1/2 cup sour cream
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 eggs
Blue gel icing color
Red gel icing color
Topping:
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
5 tbsp powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- Mix vanilla wafer crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottoms of the liners.
- Bake crusts for 5 minutes and cool. Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (149°C).
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and flour until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla. Beat in eggs one at a time.
- Divide batter into three bowls. Color one portion red, one blue, and leave one plain.
- Layer batters into liners. Bake for 18-20 minutes. Cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to stiff peaks. Pipe onto cheesecakes and add sprinkles.
Notes
Chill the mini cheesecakes in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving for best results.
Add whipped cream and sprinkles just before serving to keep them fresh.
You can freeze the mini cheesecakes without toppings for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12-14 mini cheesecakes
- Calories: 196 kcal per serving
