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Easy No-Bake Patriotic Mini Cheesecake Cups

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A quick and easy no-bake mini cheesecake recipe perfect for summer parties, featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy filling, and fresh strawberry and blueberry toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup (90g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted unsalted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when pressed (about 3 minutes).
  2. Spoon about 1 to 2 tablespoons (15-30g) of the crust mixture into each mini cup. Press down firmly to create an even base. Allow 5 minutes.
  3. Place the cups in the fridge while preparing the filling to let the crust firm up slightly (at least 10 minutes).
  4. In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy (2-3 minutes with an electric mixer).
  5. In a separate chilled bowl, whip cold heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form.
  6. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula, using slow sweeping motions to keep the mixture airy and light (1-2 minutes).
  7. Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust in each cup, filling almost to the top. Smooth the surface (5 minutes).
  8. Arrange sliced strawberries on one side of each cup and fresh blueberries on the other to create the patriotic red, white, and blue look. Garnish with a small mint leaf if desired.
  9. Refrigerate the assembled cheesecake cups for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set properly. Overnight chilling works well too.

Notes

Softened cream cheese is essential for a smooth filling. Whip the cream to soft peaks for the best texture. Chill the crust before adding filling to avoid a crumbly base. Fresh berries are preferred for topping; if using frozen, thaw and drain well. Store covered in the fridge up to 3 days. Variations include gluten-free crust, dairy-free substitutions, and seasonal fruit swaps.

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Keywords: no-bake cheesecake, mini cheesecake cups, patriotic dessert, summer party dessert, easy cheesecake, berry cheesecake

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