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Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake

Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake: A Refreshing Summer Indulgence

Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake is a delicious dessert perfect for summer gatherings, combining creamy filling with sweet-tart blueberries.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs can substitute with crushed cookies
  • 0.5 cups sugar brown sugar adds a subtle caramel flavor
  • 0.5 cups melted butter coconut oil can be dairy-free alternative
For the Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese try vegan cream cheese for dairy-free
  • 3 large eggs consider a flaxseed mixture for vegan
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest lime zest can be used
  • 0.5 cups lemon juice fresh juice is ideal
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Blueberry Sauce
  • 1 cups fresh blueberries frozen can be used
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch arrowroot powder is a substitute
  • 0.5 cups sugar adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 0.25 cups water

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • medium saucepan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter to form a sandy mixture. Press firmly into the springform pan and bake for 12 minutes.
  3. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add eggs, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. Combine blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Cook until the sauce thickens.
  5. Layer half of the cheesecake filling into the crust, drizzle half of the blueberry sauce and swirl. Top with remaining filling and sauce.
  6. Wrap the pan in foil, place in a roasting pan with water, and bake for 1 to 1 hour 10 minutes.
  7. Cool the cheesecake in the water bath for 45 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool to room temperature. Chill for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture. For the best results, chill the cheesecake overnight to meld the flavors.

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