Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake Bliss for Your Next Celebration
Indulge in this decadent Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake, combining sweet blueberries and zesty lemon for a delightful dessert experience.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Springform pan
- Medium saucepan
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 can Cooking Spray Prevents sticking
- 14 pieces Graham Crackers, finely crushed For crust
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, melted Binds crust ingredients
- 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetness
- 1/4 tsp Kosher Salt Enhances flavor
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 4 blocks Cream Cheese, room temperature Creamy base
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the filling
- 3 large Eggs Adds structure
- 1 Tbsp Finely Grated Lemon Zest Citrus flavor
- 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Balances sweetness
- 3 Tbsp All-Purpose Flour Stabilizes cheesecake
- 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Adds depth
- 1 1/2 cups Fresh Blueberries For filling
For the Blueberry Sauce
- 2 cups Fresh Blueberries For topping
- 2 Tbsp Cornstarch Thickens sauce
For Serving
- 1 cup Whipped Cream For topping
- 1/2 pieces Lemon, sliced Optional garnish
Instructions
Crust Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine finely crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes until golden.
Filling Preparation
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sugar, adding eggs one at a time. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, flour, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gently fold in 1 ½ cups of fresh blueberries into your cheesecake batter.
Baking
- Pour the filling over the baked crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, until the center is set but slightly jiggles.
Cooling and Chilling
- Allow cheesecake to cool for about an hour. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Blueberry Sauce
- In a medium saucepan, combine remaining blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for about 4 minutes until thickened.
Serving
- Release the cheesecake from the springform pan and slice. Top each slice with warm blueberry sauce and whipped cream.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture. Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks during baking. Chill for at least 8 hours for optimal flavor.