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Red White and Blue Cheesecake Bars Easy Patriotic Dessert Recipe

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These festive cheesecake bars feature bright, creamy layers with fresh blueberries and strawberries on a buttery graham cracker crust, perfect for patriotic celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets)
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sour cream, room temperature
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon until evenly coated. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
  4. In a small bowl, toss chopped strawberries and blueberries with cornstarch and sugar to prevent bleeding.
  5. Using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese and sour cream on medium speed until smooth and creamy (2-3 minutes). Gradually add sugar and mix until combined.
  6. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and flour until just combined.
  7. Pour half of the cheesecake filling over the crust and spread evenly.
  8. Spoon half of the berry mixture over the filling, gently pressing berries into the filling.
  9. Add the remaining cheesecake filling on top and smooth with a spatula.
  10. Scatter the remaining berries on top in a decorative pattern.
  11. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.
  12. Cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  13. Remove from the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into squares before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese, sour cream, and eggs for a smooth filling. Toss berries with cornstarch to prevent color bleeding. Pre-bake crust to avoid sogginess. Chill bars overnight for best texture and flavor. Cover pan with foil halfway through baking if crust edges brown too quickly.

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