Blueberry Cream Cheese Cheesecake

Here’s a Blueberry Cream Cheese Cheesecake recipe that’s rich, creamy, and topped with a luscious blueberry sauce. This version includes a graham cracker crust, a classic cream cheese filling, and a homemade blueberry topping.

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🍰 Blueberry Cream Cheese Cheesecake

📌 Ingredients

For the crust:

• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10–12 full crackers)

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the filling:

• 4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 4 large eggs

• 1 cup sour cream

• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (helps prevent cracking)

For the blueberry topping:

• 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water (slurry)

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• Optional: zest of ½ lemon

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🧑‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the crust:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).

2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.

3. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.

4. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool while you prepare the filling.

2. Make the cheesecake filling:

1. Beat cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth (use a mixer).

2. Add sugar and vanilla, and beat until well combined.

3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed. Do not overmix.

4. Add sour cream and flour. Mix until just combined.

5. Pour filling into the crust.

3. Bake:

1. Place the cheesecake on a baking sheet.

2. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 55–65 minutes or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.

3. Turn off oven, crack oven door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.

4. Remove and cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).

4. Make the blueberry topping:

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice.

2. Cook for 5–7 minutes until blueberries begin to burst.

3. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 1–2 more minutes until thickened.

4. Let cool before spreading over the chilled cheesecake.

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🍽 Serving

Top the chilled cheesecake with the blueberry sauce just before serving. Garnish with fresh blueberries, lemon zest, or whipped cream if desired.