This No-Bake Pretzel Cheesecake is so light, fluffy, and delicious! It comes together quickly with a few simple ingredients and has the best flavor! The crust is a combination of both graham crackers and pretzel crumbs. The filling comprises cream cheese, Cool Whip, and fresh lemon for extra flavor. You can top it with any fruit topping or flavor that you like. I made mine into an American flag for the Fourth of July using blueberry and cherry pie filling.

Patriotic Cheesecake Fourth of July Dessert

This No-Bake Pretzel Cheesecake is easy to make, requires no baking, and can be made in advance. It’s a perfect summer treat and a great way to celebrate the 4th of July!

With the 4th of July coming up, I thought I would make a festive and patriotic dessert. I wanted to make something red, white, and blue to celebrate the nation’s independence and something cold and summery to celebrate the season. 

This American Flag Cheesecake Recipe was born!

How To Make American Flag No-Bake Pretzel Cheesecake

Graham Cracker Crust

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1 cup pretzel crumbs
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup butter, melted
  
  Cheesecake Filling
• 3 8-ounce boxes of cream cheese softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 3 Tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 8-ounce tubs of Cool Whip thawed
  
  Topping
• 1 can of cherry pie filling
• 1 can of blueberry pie filling

How To Make No-Bake Pretzel Cheesecake

1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, pretzel crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a mixing bowl. Mix until thoroughly mixed.
2. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a lined 13″x9″ baking dish to create a packed, even layer.
3. Add and beat the cream cheese, lemon juice, and sugar in a stand mixer until smooth and creamy.
4. Remove from the mixer and gently fold the Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture. Gently fold it using a spatula until the mixture is light and well combined.
5. Spread the filling evenly over the crust.
6. Cover the dish and refrigerate for 4-6 hours, or overnight for best results.
7. Once chilled, fill the design with blueberry and cherry pie fillings to create the flag pattern.

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