Description
Indulge in the luscious Blueberry Dream Cheesecake, a dessert that beautifully marries creamy cheesecake with a vibrant blueberry swirl. This delightful treat is not just visually stunning; it’s also bursting with flavor, making it perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or even a simple indulgence after dinner. The rich cream cheese filling paired with a homemade blueberry sauce creates an unforgettable taste experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy stress-free entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup melted butter
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- ¾ cup sugar (divided)
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Cook blueberries, ¾ cup sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened. Cool.
- Beat cream cheese, remaining sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in sour cream.
- Layer half of the cheesecake mixture over the crust, followed by half of the blueberry sauce. Repeat layers.
- Create a marbled effect by swirling a knife through the top layer.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Cool before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg