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Blueberry Cheesecake The Creamy, Elegant Dessert Everyone Falls in Love With

Creamy Blueberry Cheesecake

This dreamy blueberry cheesecake is the perfect balance of creamy, fruity, and comforting. Whether you go classic or lemon-zested, it’s always a hit at gatherings or as a cozy night treat.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs or cookie crumbs
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter melted
Filling
  • 3 packages cream cheese 8 oz each, at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract pure
  • 1 cup sour cream or heavy cream
  • 1.5 cups fresh blueberries plus more for topping
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice optional, for tang
  • 1 lemon zest zest of one lemon, optional

Equipment

  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325 °F (163 °C). Grease or line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until moistened. Press firmly into the pan to form the crust.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, blending gently after each. Stir in vanilla, sour cream, lemon juice, and zest (if using).
  5. Gently fold in blueberries without crushing them.
  6. Pour batter into the crust and smooth the top. Tap the pan on the counter to release air bubbles.
  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly. Turn off oven, crack door, and cool inside for 1 hour.
  8. Refrigerate cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  9. Top with fresh blueberries before serving. Optional: dust with powdered sugar or garnish with mint.

Notes

Use frozen blueberries if needed—just thaw and drain well. For extra flair, swap blueberries for boysenberries or try a lemon-blueberry version for a zesty twist.