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Red, White and Blue Mini Cheesecakes

Red, White and Blue Mini Cheesecakes

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Indulge in the delight of Red, White and Blue Mini Cheesecakes, the perfect festive treat for your summer celebrations! These adorable cheesecake cups feature creamy layers of red, white, and blue, making them visually stunning and delicious. Ideal for Independence Day or Memorial Day gatherings, they’re easy to prepare, allowing even novice bakers to impress their guests. With a buttery vanilla wafer crust and a rich cream cheese filling topped with fluffy whipped cream, these mini cheesecakes are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth while adding a vibrant touch to your dessert table. Enjoy them at family cookouts or as a colorful addition to any celebration!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (134g) vanilla wafer cookie crumbs
  • 2 tbsp (26g) sugar
  • 4 tbsp (56g) butter, melted
  • 12 ounces (339g) cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (104g) sugar
  • 3 tbsp (24g) flour
  • 1/2 cup (115g) sour cream
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • Blue gel icing color
  • Red gel icing color
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 5 tbsp (36g) powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (162°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. Mix cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press into liners for crusts.
  3. Bake crusts for 5 minutes; cool.
  4. Lower oven to 300°F (148°C). Beat cream cheese, sugar, and flour until smooth.
  5. Add sour cream and vanilla; mix well.
  6. Incorporate eggs one at a time; divide batter into three bowls—color one red and another blue.
  7. Layer the batters in each crust: white first, followed by red then blue.
  8. Bake for 18–20 minutes; cool gradually in the oven.
  9. Make whipped cream topping; pipe onto cooled cheesecakes.

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