Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake
Experience bliss with our Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake, a dreamy dessert that combines the bright tang of lemon with the sweetness of fresh blueberries. This creamy cheesecake is perfect for any gathering, from family celebrations to quiet evenings at home. With its vibrant blueberry swirl and zesty lemon flavor, it not only tastes heavenly but also looks stunning on your dessert table. Plus, it’s simple enough to whip up even on your busiest days! Prepare it ahead of time for a stress-free treat that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ⅔ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup sugar
- ⅔ cup melted butter
- 24 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 ¼ cups sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups fresh blueberries (divided)
- ⅛ cup sugar (for blueberry swirl)
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for blueberry swirl)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare a 9-inch springform pan with non-stick spray and parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Press into the bottom of the pan.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar in another bowl until smooth. Gradually add whisked eggs, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla until combined.
- For the blueberry swirl, heat half the blueberries with sugar, water, lemon juice, and cornstarch until thickened. Let cool slightly.
- Layer cheesecake filling and blueberry mixture in the crust, swirling gently with a knife to create patterns.
- Bake for about an hour until set but slightly wobbly in the center. Cool at room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least four hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 244mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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