Creating Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad is a relaxing experience if you follow these simple steps:

1. Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Stir until mixed thoroughly.
2. Press Crust: Pat the crumb mixture into an even layer at the bottom of a serving bowl or individual cups. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
3. Mix Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
4. Whip Cream: In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. If desired, add powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until combined, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
6. Layer Ingredients: Remove the crust from the refrigerator. Begin layering the mixture: start with a layer of the cream cheese filling, followed by a layer of strawberries, then a layer of blueberries.
7. Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cream cheese filling on top.
8. Chill: Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow it to set.
9. Serve: Once chilled, remove from the refrigerator and add additional berries on top for garnish if desired.