Description
A festive and creamy no-bake cheesecake layered with patriotic red, white, and blue colors—perfect for the Fourth of July or any summer celebration.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- Red food coloring
- Blue food coloring
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
- Fresh blueberries
- Optional: whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl until combined. Press into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust. Chill for 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Divide the cheesecake filling into three portions. Leave one portion white, tint one with red food coloring, and the other with blue food coloring.
- Spread the blue layer over the crust and smooth evenly. Freeze for 15 minutes.
- Add the white layer, smooth, and freeze for another 15 minutes.
- Add the red layer on top and smooth. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Before serving, top with fresh strawberries and blueberries. Add whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for more vibrant colors without thinning the mixture.
- Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling.
- Chill thoroughly to ensure layers hold their shape when sliced.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
