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Creamy Mini Patriotic Cheesecake Bites Easy Recipe with Fresh Berries

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These creamy mini cheesecake bites topped with fresh blueberries and strawberries are a quick, easy, and festive dessert perfect for summer celebrations like the Fourth of July.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Lightly grease your mini muffin pan or line it with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of each muffin cup, about 1 tablespoon per cup.
  4. Bake the crust for 8 minutes, then remove from oven and set aside to cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and sour cream. Mix on low speed just until fully combined.
  7. Pour the filling over the cooled crusts, filling each cup nearly to the top.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes until centers look almost set but still slightly jiggly.
  9. Cool the cheesecakes in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let them firm up.
  11. Before serving, top each cheesecake bite with fresh blueberries and sliced strawberries. Optionally, dust lightly with powdered sugar.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese and egg for a smooth filling. Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks. The slight jiggle after baking means perfect creaminess. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving. For gluten-free, substitute graham cracker crumbs with almond flour. For dairy-free, use dairy-free butter, vegan cream cheese, and coconut yogurt.

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