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Perfect Red White and Blue Cheesecake Flag Tart

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A creamy, dreamy cheesecake tart topped with fresh berries arranged in a patriotic flag pattern, perfect for summer celebrations and easy to make with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) sour cream
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • ½ cup fresh raspberries (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons apricot jam, warmed

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when pressed.
  3. Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan, about ¼-inch thick.
  4. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until golden and fragrant. Let cool completely.
  5. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth and creamy.
  6. Add vanilla extract and lemon zest, mixing gently.
  7. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until combined.
  8. Fold in sour cream gently.
  9. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
  10. Bake the tart for 35-40 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. Avoid opening the oven door during baking.
  11. Cool the tart on a wire rack for about an hour, then chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  12. Arrange sliced strawberries in stripes and blueberries clustered in the corner to mimic a flag. Use raspberries to accentuate if desired.
  13. Warm apricot jam until runny and brush lightly over the berries for a glossy finish.
  14. Slice carefully with a sharp knife dipped in hot water and serve chilled.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Do not overbeat eggs to prevent cracks. Press crust firmly to avoid crumbling. Cool tart gradually before chilling. Glaze berries for shine and freshness. Frozen berries can be used if thawed and drained well. For gluten-free, use gluten-free graham crackers or almond flour. Dairy-free options include vegan cream cheese and coconut yogurt.

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Keywords: cheesecake tart, summer dessert, patriotic dessert, Fourth of July, berry tart, easy cheesecake, red white and blue dessert

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