Aurora Glow Cheesecake Bites

Northern Lights Cheesecake 🌌✨

Ingredients

Crust:

• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
• ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Cheesecake Filling:

• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup heavy whipping cream
• ¼ cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon gelatin powder, dissolved in ¼ cup hot water
• Food coloring: pink, blue, purple, and green

Topping:

• Edible glitter or luster dust
• Cotton candy (optional for decoration)

Directions

1. Prepare the Crust

• In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
• Mix until well combined.
• Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
• Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.

2. Make the Cheesecake Filling

• In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
• Add vanilla extract, heavy whipping cream, and sour cream, and beat until fully combined.
• Gradually fold in the dissolved gelatin mixture until smooth.

3. Color the Filling

• Divide the cheesecake filling into four bowls.
• Add a few drops of pink, blue, purple, and green food coloring to each bowl.
• Gently stir until the colors are evenly mixed.

4. Layer the Cheesecake

• Pour the colored fillings into the crust, alternating and swirling the colors to mimic the Northern Lights.
• Use a toothpick or skewer to create a glowing, marbled effect.

5. Chill the Cheesecake

• Cover and refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours, or until set.

6. Add the Topping

• Once the cheesecake is set, sprinkle edible glitter or luster dust over the top for a glowing effect.
• Garnish with cotton candy for a whimsical touch.

Enjoy this magical Northern Lights Cheesecake that looks as mesmerizing as it tastes! 🌠🍰