Blueberry Cheesecake Recipe: You are Gonna Fall for it Later

Who can say no to Cheesecake? If you’re a fan of the delightful combination of creamy cheesecake and tangy blueberries, this recipe for blueberry cheesecake is sure to satisfy your cravings. Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating this delicious dessert.

Ingredients:

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  • Cream cheese (16 oz or 450g), softened
  • Sugar (3/4 cup or 150g)
  • Sour cream (1/2 cup or 120g)
  • Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
  • Eggs (3)
  • Graham cracker crumbs (1 1/2 cups or 150g)
  • Unsalted butter (1/4 cup or 60g), melted
  • Blueberries (1 1/2 cups or 225g)
  • Sugar (1/4 cup or 50g)
  • Lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
  • Cornstarch (1 tablespoon)
  • Water (1/4 cup or 60ml)

 Baking Instructions:

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  • Grease a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan and set it aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter.
  • Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
  • Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the sugar and continue to beat until well combined.
  • Then, add the sour cream and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, beat well after each addition.
  • Pour this cream cheese mixture over the crust in the pan.
  • Evenly spread the top with the spatula.
  • In a small saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and water.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the blueberries burst, creating a sauce-like consistency.
  • Pour the blueberry sauce over the cream cheese mixture in the pan.
  • Spread the blueberry sauce evenly.
  • Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 55-60 minutes.
  • Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
  • Then, run a knife around the edges to loosen the cheesecake from the sides of the pan.
  • Allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature.
  • Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.

Tada! You made Blueberry cheese cake.

Benefits of Blueberry

  • Anti-oxidants in blueberries help to prevent from free radical damage.
  • Improves heart health.
  • Reduce chronic inflammation in the body.
  • Blueberry is good for digestive system and prevents constipation.

Kudos to your efforts, Happy baking.