The 4th of July is only days away and my family is so excited that they can hardly stand themselves! We’ve been making some 4th of July treats and 4th of July crafts the last few days to get us even more in the spirit. These American Flag Cheesecake Bars are a quick and easy 4th of July dessert for any Independence Day get together! They are so delicious and creamy and you will love the fresh flavors of strawberry and blueberry.
Individual American Flag Cheesecakes Tutorial
Cheesecake bars are incredibly popular for a few key reasons:
- Convenience:
- Easy to Cut and Serve: They’re much simpler to cut and serve than a traditional round cheesecake, making them perfect for parties and potlucks.
- Portion Control: Easy to portion out individual servings, which helps with controlling portions and prevents overindulging.
- Versatility:
- Flavor Variations: Cheesecake bars can be easily customized with different toppings, mix-ins, and crusts.
- Occasion-Friendly: They work well for various occasions, from casual gatherings to special celebrations.
- Ease of Baking:
- Simpler Than Round Cheesecakes: Often easier to bake than traditional cheesecakes, requiring less fuss and fewer specialized tools.
- No Water Bath Needed: Many recipes don’t require a water bath, simplifying the baking process.
- Rich and Satisfying:
- Creamy Texture: They retain the creamy, rich texture of classic cheesecake.
- Flavorful: The combination of the creamy filling and the buttery crust is incredibly satisfying.
If you’re looking for a delicious and crowd-pleasing dessert, cheesecake bars are definitely worth trying!
Cheesecake Bar Ingredients:
- 1 package of no bake cheesecake – you could make homemade cheesecake if you wanted to but I wanted quick and easy
- 1 package of fresh blueberries
- cherry, raspberry, or strawberry jelly
About the No Bake Cheesecake Mix- there are several brands to choose from. You can probably find Jell-O No Bake CheeseCake in your local grocery store or you can order a fancier kind through my affiliate Amazon link-> Birch & Meadow Instant Cheesecake Mix. If the baking mix you choose does not include the graham cracker crust, they are easy to make with just butter, sugar, and graham crackers.
You will be baking as one square cheesecake and then slicing into individual size cheesecake squares.
How To Make This Easy 4th of July Dessert:
Make the cheesecake according to instructions but do so in an 8″ square pan rather than a round pan.
Allow the cheesecake to chill until firm (about 1 hour).
Cut the cheesecake into rectangular pieces, approximately 2″ x 3″.
Place 3 blueberries in the upper left corner of each cheesecake bar.
You will need a piping bag fitted with a small round tip. Use the piping bag filled with strawberry jelly to add red stripes to each “flag”.
Return to the refrigerator until ready to serve!
This easy 4th of July dessert is a really yummy and super fun alternative to the usual 4th of July treats and no one will guess how simple they were to make!
You could also try our homemade Mini Cheesecakes made with any red fruit and then just top with fresh blueberries for another festive 4th of July dessert! There are so many creative ways to fix food with a July 4th theme. What does your family cook for 4th of July? What’s your favorite 4th of July dessert?
Printable Recipe Card For Flag Cheesecake Bars
American Flag Inspired Cheesecake Bars
Ingredients
- 1 package of no bake cheesecake
- 1/2 cup fresh blue berries
- 1/2 cup cherry jelly
Instructions
- Make the cheesecake according to instructions but use an 8″ square pan rather than a round pan.
- Allow the cheesecake to chill until firm, about an hour.
- Cut the cheesecake into rectangular bar pieces, approximately 2″ x 3″.
- Place 3 blue berries in the upper left corner of each cheesecake bar.
- Use the piping bag filled with strawberry jelly to add red stripes to each “flag”.
- Return to the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
American Flag Inspired Cheesecake Bars
Serves: 6
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Amount Per Serving: 1 slice
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|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123.96 kcal | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 3.06 g | 4.6% | |
| Saturated Fat 1.33 g | 5% | |
| Trans Fat | ||
| Cholesterol 7.33 mg | 2.3% | |
| Sodium 67.06 mg | 2.8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 23.55 g | 7.7% | |
| Dietary Fiber 0.64 g | 0% | |
| Sugars 17.07 g | ||
| Protein 0.92 g | ||
| Vitamin A 2.4 % | Vitamin C 4.0 % | |
| Calcium 1.29 % | Iron 1.38 % | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Sangeetha Menon says
These cheesecake bars are so yummy. I love the way they look and the flag decorations.