Description
Creamy blueberry cheesecake delights dessert enthusiasts with its luscious layers of tangy cream cheese and sweet fruit. Rich graham cracker crust and silky filling promise a cool, refreshing escape that invites pure indulgence for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
main ingredients:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 16 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
dairy and sweeteners:
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp vanilla extract
stabilizing and binding ingredients:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp gelatin powder
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
- Melt unsalted butter and mix thoroughly with graham cracker crumbs until the mixture reaches a sandy, uniform consistency for the crust base.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, creating an even, compact layer. Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to set.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Incorporate granulated sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract into the cream cheese, blending until completely integrated and silky.
- Dissolve gelatin powder in lemon juice, allowing it to bloom for 2-3 minutes, then gently warm to activate without boiling.
- Fold the activated gelatin into the cream cheese mixture, stirring continuously to prevent clumping and ensure even distribution.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, then carefully fold into the cream cheese mixture to create a light, airy texture.
- Gently fold fresh blueberries into the cheesecake filling, reserving a few for garnishing.
- Pour the filling over the chilled graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for minimum 4 hours or overnight until fully set and firm.
- Before serving, garnish with remaining fresh blueberries and sprinkle a pinch of salt to enhance flavor complexity.
- Release from springform pan, slice, and serve chilled for optimal texture and taste.
Notes
- Ensure butter is fully melted and crumbs are evenly coated to prevent a crumbly, inconsistent crust that might fall apart.
- Use room temperature cream cheese to achieve a smoother, lump-free mixture that blends seamlessly with other ingredients.
- Activate gelatin carefully by warming gently, avoiding boiling, to maintain its thickening properties and prevent potential bitterness.
- Fold whipped cream and blueberries gently to preserve the airy texture and prevent deflating the delicate cheesecake filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg