Fresh Blueberry Cheesecake

Get ready for some epic blueberry marvel in the kitchen.

This delicious fresh blueberry cheesecake is oozing blueberries – from a lip-smacking blueberry jam to the fresh blueberries that crown it.

That light-yet-rich creamy cheesecake filling just takes this dessert to level 2 of yumminess!

So, get ready for the showstopper of all desserts with this amazing fresh blueberry cheesecake recipe.

So, get ready for the showstopper of all desserts with this amazing fresh blueberry cheesecake recipe.

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Why I love Fresh Blueberry Cheesecake?

My idea of successful desserts goes beyond good flavor. I want something eye-catchy too. And this fresh blueberry cheesecake recipe wins the title for me. The deep purple jam drizzling over the creamy white filling makes this cheesecake look like modern art.

Although the dessert takes a lot of time to get ready, it feeds a crowd. So, I don’t mind investing those two-plus hours in it.

Is cheesecake better baked or unbaked?

Baked cheesecake has a fluffy, silky, and moist texture. You’ve spent hours baking it, and you’ll see it was worth every second spent. But if you’re following a no-bake cheesecake recipe, you want something airy and light.

Why is my blueberry cheesecake runny?

Maybe you didn’t let it cool for long enough before cutting into it, or maybe you didn’t use enough thickening agents in the recipe. Less baking time and an off temperature can be culprits too.

Which cheesecake baking method is the best?

Honestly, it depends on what you’re going for. If you prefer a denser, creamier cheesecake, stick to the water bath method. But if you’re all about that light and fluffy texture, pop it in the oven and bake.

How to serve Fresh Blueberry Cheesecake?

This fresh blueberry cheesecake with homemade crust is a showstopper on its own. But if you still want a side that’ll raise the bar even higher, serve it with a lot of vanilla ice cream with a lot of caramel sauce drizzled on top. Lemon zest adds a nice zing too.

Fresh Blueberry Cheesecake Cooking Tips:

Cheesecakes are delicate. So, you have to be super careful with these babies. I have some tips for you:

• Overmixing and overbaking will leave you with a dry and crumbly cheesecake. So, pay special attention during these two steps.
• Use a sharp knife to cut through your crust. Dip the knife in warm water between cuts for smooth slices.
• Room-temperature ingredients are easy to mix.

Variations:

You can make a lot of variations with this fresh blueberry cheesecake recipe. Play around with your favorite ingredients and make something fun. Here are a few ideas you can use:

• Swap out the blueberry jam for raspberry or blackberry.
• Throw in some toasted almonds, walnuts, or pecans.
• Top with melted chocolate and white chocolate drizzle.
• Switch up the crust – use graham crackers, Oreo cookies, or nut-based crusts.·   Use dried fruits like cranberries and apricots with the blueberries.

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• Biscuits
• Butter

For the filling:

• Cream cheese softened
• Granulated sugar
• Eggs
• Flour
• Heavy whipping cream
• Vanilla extract
• Lemon zested

For the topping:

• Blueberry jam
• Fresh blueberries

How to make Blueberry Cheesecake:

Step 1. Crush the digestive biscuits into fine crumbs and mix with the melted butter until combined well.

Step 2. Press the crust mixture into a well-greased 9-inch springform pan.

Step 3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Step 4. Bake the crust for 15 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly. Raise the oven temperature to 400 degrees.

Step 5. In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and the sugar until smooth and fluffy.

Adding the sugar.

Step 6. Add in the eggs, heavy whipping cream, flour, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy.

Adding eggs.

Adding heavy whipping cream.

Adding flour.

Adding vanilla extract.

Adding lemon zest.

Step 7. Spread the filling over the crust in the pan.

Step 8. Bake the cheesecake for 15 minutes.

Step 9. Lower the temperature to 200 degrees and bake for another hour.

Step 10. Turn the oven off and crack the door open. Leave the cheesecake in the oven for another hour.

Step 11. Remove the cheesecake and top with the blueberry jam.

Step 12. Chill for several hours in the fridge.

Step 13. Top with fresh blueberries before serving. Enjoy!!

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How to store Fresh Blueberry Cheesecake?

You have leftovers? Wow. Pack them in an airtight jar and put them in the fridge.

How to reheat Fresh Blueberry Cheesecake?

No reheating for cheesecake, please. Enjoy it right out of your fridge.

How much does Fresh Blueberry Cheesecake last on the fridge?

I think it’s best if you finish every last crumb before four days. After then, you might have to toss out your delicious dessert.

Can I make fresh blueberry cheesecake ahead?

Why not? Make it a day before, and store it in the fridge. It should stay fresh for two days if you do that.

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Want to try other cheesecake recipes? I have tons on my website. Let me know which one you tried and how it turned out. Thank you, fam!