Description
This blueberry cheesecake is a perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and sweet flavors. With a buttery biscuit crust, rich cream cheese filling, and a glossy blueberry topping, this dessert is ideal for any occasion. Whether you’re making it for a family gathering, a birthday, or just a weekend treat, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures a foolproof, indulgent cheesecake every time!
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 200g (7 oz) Graham crackers or Arnott’s Marie crackers
- 120g (8 tbsp) unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 500g (1 lb) cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups caster sugar (superfine sugar)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 250g (8 oz) fresh or frozen blueberries
Blueberry Topping:
- 375g (13 oz) blueberries
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (or water)
- ½ cup white sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pan
- Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F) or 140°C (275°F) for fan ovens.
- Line the base of an 8-inch (20cm) springform pan with parchment paper.
- Butter the sides and line them with parchment for easy removal.
Step 2: Make the Biscuit Crust
- Crush the crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or a ziplock bag with a rolling pin.
- Mix in melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the crumbs firmly into the base of the pan, spreading slightly up the sides.
- Chill in the fridge while preparing the filling.
Step 3: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
- Beat cream cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth (20 seconds max).
- Add flour, sugar, vanilla, and sour cream, mixing until just combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing briefly after each.
- Gently fold in blueberries and pour the batter over the crust.
Step 4: Bake & Cool
- Bake for 70 minutes—the center should be slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 2 hours.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture.
Step 5: Make the Blueberry Topping
- In a saucepan, simmer 1 cup blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla for 7 minutes.
- Mix cornstarch with water and stir it into the sauce to thicken.
- Remove from heat and stir in the remaining fresh blueberries.
- Let cool completely, then spread over the chilled cheesecake.
Notes
- For a crack-free cheesecake, avoid overmixing and bake in a water bath for extra moisture.
- For a firmer crust, chill it for 30 minutes before adding the filling.
- Want a no-bake version? Use gelatin in the filling and chill instead of baking.
Nutrition
- Calories: 489
- Sugar: 41g
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g