Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh blueberries (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz (3 packages) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Purple food coloring (optional, for deep midnight hue)
Instructions
- Prepare the Blueberry Compote: Cook blueberries with sugar, lemon juice, and water over medium heat until thickened. Add purple food coloring for a deep hue. Cool and set aside.
- Make the Crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill in fridge.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Mix in sour cream, sugar, vanilla, and cornstarch. Add eggs one at a time, blending gently. Add purple food coloring gradually. Pour half of the batter over the crust.
- Swirl the Blueberry Compote: Spoon cooled blueberry mixture onto batter. Use a knife or skewer to create swirls.
- Bake: Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off oven, crack door open, and cool gradually.
- Refrigerate: Chill cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight. Serve topped with extra blueberry compote or edible glitter for a magical presentation.
Notes
- Use thawed frozen blueberries and drain excess liquid.
- For vegan/ gluten-free versions, substitute ingredients with plant-based options and gluten-free crackers.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool fully before chilling to prevent cracks.
- Optional decorations like edible glitter or gold leaf add an elegant touch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cheesecake)
- Calories: 420 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg