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Lemon Blueberry

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This recipe is designed to be foolproof, delivering a perfectly smooth, creamy cheesecake with a crunchy graham cracker crust and a luscious blueberry topping.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 16 oz (2 packages) cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Blueberry Topping:

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined.
  3. Stir in sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.

Step 3: Bake the Cheesecake

  1. Place the cheesecake in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but the edges are set.
  2. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).

Step 4: Prepare the Blueberry Topping

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, water, and lemon juice.
  2. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens and the blueberries start to burst (about 5 minutes).
  3. Let it cool slightly before pouring over the cheesecake.

Step 5: Assemble and Serve

  1. Once the cheesecake is fully chilled, top it with the blueberry sauce.
  2. Garnish with extra fresh blueberries and lemon slices for a stunning presentation.
  3. Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

Tips for the Best Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake

✔ Use Room Temperature Ingredients – This ensures a smooth and creamy cheesecake filling with no lumps.

✔ Don’t Overmix the Batter – Overbeating adds air to the batter, which can cause cracks when baking.

✔ Use a Water Bath (Bain-Marie) for a Silky Texture – Placing your cheesecake pan in a larger pan filled with hot water helps prevent cracks and ensures even baking.

✔ Chill Overnight – Letting the cheesecake rest in the fridge overnight helps it set properly and enhances the flavor.

  • Author: niold.com