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4th of July Cheesecake

Celebrate with a Creamy 4th of July Cheesecake Delight

Make a stunning 4th of July Cheesecake that features a creamy filling, buttery crust, and vibrant summer berries.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 24 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 3/4 cup Sugar or brown sugar for depth
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt as alternative
  • 3 large Eggs room temperature
For the Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup Butter unsalted, melted
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Fresh Berries strawberries and blueberries or other berries

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for 4th of July Cheesecake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted unsalted butter until resembling wet sand, then press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 8-10 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add sugar and sour cream, mixing until combined. Incorporate eggs, one at a time, mixing gently.
  3. Pour filling over cooled crust and bake for 45-50 minutes at 325°F (160°C), until center is set but slightly jiggly. Cool in the oven for about 1 hour with door cracked.
  4. Let the cheesecake sit at room temperature for another 30 minutes. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  5. Wash and slice fresh berries and arrange on top of the chilled cheesecake before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients, especially cream cheese and eggs, are at room temperature for best results. Feel free to substitute berries to your preference.

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