Lori Taylor is the Founder & CEO of The Produce Moms. For ten years she sold fresh produce to over 300 grocery stores throughout the United States, and today she is fully focused on working with the produce supply chain, media, and government to increase fresh produce access & consumption in the US and around the globe.
This Blueberry Cheesecake is a show stopper every time we set it out for dessert! Packed with fresh blueberries in the cheesecake filling and smothered in a blueberry sauce topping, it’s a delicious and tasty cheesecake recipe!
Blueberry Cheesecake Ingredients
– Simple Ingredients – Pops of fresh blueberries in every bite – Super easy to bake at home – Gorgeous with the fresh blueberry sauce topping
Why We Love This Recipe
Preheat the oven to 325°. Pre-grease a 9″ springform pan and set aside.
How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, light brown sugar and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of the spring form pan and set aside. Our recipe developer uses a 1/4 c to pack firmly into the bottom of the pan.
How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake
In a large bowl, mix together the cream cheese and sugar until combined. You want the mixture to be smooth and creamy.
How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake
Next, add in the sour cream and vanilla extract until just combined.
How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake
Adding one egg at a time, add to the smooth cream cheese mixture. Continue to mix.
How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake
Once the eggs have been incorporated, fold in 2 cups of fresh blueberries.
How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake
Pour the filling onto the top of the crust. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the oven for about an hour with the door open. Once the cheesecake has cooled to room temperature, cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for as little as four hours, overnight is perfect!
How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake
While the cheesecake is baking, in a sauce pan, whisk the sugar and cornstarch together. Add in the water, lemon juice and fresh blueberries. Over medium heat cook for about 3-5 minutes until the blueberries release their juices and have softened. You want the mixture to be like a jam consistency. It should stick to the back of the spoon.
How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake
Remove from the heat and add in about 1 cup of fresh blueberries along with the butter. Stir until the butter has fully melted.
How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake
Transfer the sauce to a heat proof container or mason jars and allow to cool in the refrigerator. Once you are ready to serve, top the cheesecake with the blueberry sauce, serve and enjoy!
How to Make Blueberry Cheesecake