Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Patriotic Mini Cheesecakes that are perfect for summer barbecues, Fourth of July celebrations, and birthday parties. With a creamy filling nestled atop a crunchy Golden Oreo crust, these bite-sized treats are both visually appealing and incredibly easy to prepare. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a batch of these portion-controlled desserts that will wow your guests. Each cheesecake can be customized with vibrant red, white, and blue sprinkles or your favorite toppings, making them versatile for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 32 oz cream cheese (4 blocks, softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 36 Golden Oreos
- 1/3 cup red, white, and blue jimmies sprinkles
- Whipped cream for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add eggs one at a time.
- Fold in red, white, and blue sprinkles gently.
- Line muffin tin with cupcake liners and place one Golden Oreo in each liner.
- Pour cheesecake batter over the Oreos until filled about 3/4 full. Add extra sprinkles on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until edges are set but centers slightly jiggle. Cool at room temperature then chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Serve topped with whipped cream and additional sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Ensure cream cheese is softened for smooth blending. To avoid cracks in the cheesecakes, mix gently after adding eggs. These mini cheesecakes can be made a day ahead; just store them in the refrigerator.