Why read: These easy no bake red, white and blue mini cheesecakes is what your patriotic party needs. With step-by-step instructions and pictures.
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Are you hosting a patriotic gathering?
Then these easy-to-make irresistible red, white and blue mini cheesecakes are your go-to dessert!
Get ready for a taste adventure as I lead you in whipping these gorgeous dessert delights that are bound to steal the spotlight at your Fourth of July, Labor Day, Memorial Day, Veteran’s Day or any other patriotic occasion.
And the best part is that these are no-bake mini cheesecakes of perfect size that take only 18-20 minutes to make.
So, put on your apron, gather your ingredients, and let’s dive into creating patriotism-infused deliciousness.
Ingredients Needed For Red, White And Blue Mini Cheesecakes
Here are a few simple ingredients that you’ll need to make these irresistibly decadent red, white and blue mini cheesecakes:
- 350 g of cottage cheese;
- 1 cup sugar;
- 200 g of cookies;
- 100 g of butter;
- 1 tablespoon of gelatin;
- 100 g of sour cream;
- 100 ml of heavy cream;
- 3 tablespoons of water;
- food coloring;
- strawberries (or other berries of your choice);
- edible decoration of your choice;
You’ll also need reusable cupcake liners. Paper liners or a muffin tin would work too.
Step-By-Step Instructions With Pictures
1. In a large bowl mix cottage cheese, sugar, and sour cream. For an enhanced flavor, you could add a splash of lemon juice or lemon zest and vanilla extract.
2. Add heavy cream and mix. In a small bowl soak the gelatin in cold water, warm it up after 10 minutes (do not boil it). Pour the gelatin into the mixture. Mix well – you can use a hand mixer or stand mixer on low speed.
3. In another bowl crush the cookies in a food processor or by hand. Add room temperature or melted butter. Mix until smooth.
4. Fill the cupcake liners with prepared butter and cookie mixture by a third. Put them in the freezer for 5-7 minutes.
5. Then add a thin layer of the white cheesecake batter from the first bowl, leaving room for the red and blue colors.
6. Divide the rest of the white batter into two parts. Add blue color to one, and red to another one. Mix well.
7. Spread a layer of the red batter on the frozen white layer. Transfer to the freezer again for a couple of minutes.
8. Lay out the final blue layer on the top. Transfer to the freezer for 10 minutes.
9. Now comes the best part – decorating.
Creative Decorating Ideas
When it comes to showcasing the patriotic theme of your red, white and blue mini cheesecakes, the possibilities for creative decoration are endless.
- Fresh berries or fresh fruit. Start by arranging a medley of fresh strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries on top of each cheesecake. This will create a vibrant display of red, white, and blue colors that captures the spirit of the occasion.
- Whipped topping. Add a touch of elegance and decadence by piping swirls of fluffy whipped cream on top. You could add food dye to the whipped cream for swirls of colors.
- Patriotic sprinkles. For extra sparkle, sprinkle some edible glitter or red, white, and blue sprinkles over the whipped cream.
- Patriotic cupcake toppers. Alternatively, use patriotic cupcake toppers to complete the look.
- Other toppings. You can also experiment with other toppings such as chocolate shavings, shredded coconut, or even edible flowers to add texture and visual appeal.
Remember, the key is to have fun and let your creativity shine as you transform these mini cheesecakes into edible works of art that will leave your guests in awe.
One Last Thing
I hope with this easy mini cheesecake recipe you feel inspired to dazzle your guests with a festive dessert at your 4th of July party.
So, gather your loved ones, ignite the sparklers, and savor the joy of indulging in this delicious patriotic dessert.
May your festivities be filled with fun moments that honor the red, white, and blue!
Also Read: Super Easy Cheese Buns You Can Make With Your Kids
Red, White And Blue Mini Cheesecakes
Ingredients
- 350 g cottage cheese
- 1 cup sugar
- 200 g cookies
- 100 g butter
- 1 tbsp gelatin
- 100 g sour cream
- 100 ml heavy cream
- 3 tbsp cold water
- 1 red food dye
- 1 blue food dye
Instructions
- In a large bowl mix cottage cheese, sugar, and sour cream.350 g cottage cheese, 1 cup sugar, 100 g sour cream
- Add heavy cream and mix. Soak the gelatin in cold water, warm it up after 10 minutes (do not boil it). Pour the gelatin to the mixture. Mix well or punch with a blender.100 ml heavy cream, 1 tbsp gelatin
- In another bowl crush the cookies. Add melted butter. Mix until smooth.200 g cookies, 100 g butter
- Fill the cupcake liners with prepared butter and cookie mixture by a third. Put them in the freezer for 5-7 minutes.
- Then add a thin layer of the white mixture from the first bowl, leaving room for the red and blue colors.
- Divide the rest of the white cheesecake batter into two parts. Add blue food color to one, and red to another one. Mix well.
- Spread the red layer on the frozen white layer. Transfer to the freezer again for a couple of minutes.
- Lay out the final blue layer on the top. Transfer to the freezer for 10 minutes.
- Now comes the best part – decorating. Use fresh berries or fresh fruit of your choice. You can add edible mini stars or patriotic toppers.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter – To make it easier to mix butter with cookies, make sure you leave butter at a room temperature for half an hour before starting to work on the recipe.
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Tamara Tsaturyan is the owner and writer of Thriving In Parenting, a website focused on providing simple tips for busy parents — easy and healthy recipes, home decor and organization ideas and all things P A R E N T I N G.
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