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Creamy No-Bake Stars and Stripes Cheesecake

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A light, dreamy, and festive no-bake cheesecake topped with fresh berries, perfect for patriotic celebrations and summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 12 full sheets)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
  • ½ cup (120 ml) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, cold
  • ½ cup (120 g) small-curd cottage cheese, blended (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until crumbs are evenly coated and mixture holds together when pressed, about 5 minutes.
  2. Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
  3. If using, blend cottage cheese in a blender or food processor until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sour cream on medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until fully combined and silky, scraping down sides as needed.
  6. Mix in blended cottage cheese (if using) and lemon juice.
  7. In a separate chilled bowl, whip cold heavy cream to soft peaks, about 3-4 minutes on medium speed.
  8. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula with light, sweeping motions.
  9. Pour the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  10. Toss strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries with honey or maple syrup if desired. Let sit while cheesecake chills.
  11. Before serving, release cheesecake from springform pan. Arrange fresh berry mixture on top and garnish with mint leaves if desired.

Notes

Always soften cream cheese and butter to room temperature to avoid lumps. Chill cheesecake overnight for best texture. Use frozen berries thawed and drained if fresh berries are unavailable. For dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese, sour cream, and heavy cream with coconut-based alternatives. Press crust firmly to prevent crumbling. Use a warm knife for clean slicing.

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