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A rich slice of Perfect Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake with a thick blueberry topping on a white plate.

Perfect Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake

  • Author: recipebychefs.com
  • Total Time: 100 min
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich, creamy cheesecake flavored with lemon and topped with fresh blueberries.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Wrap the outside of a 9-inch springform pan tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in 1 1/2 cups sugar and flour until combined. Mix in vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined after each addition. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter over the cooled crust. Sprinkle blueberries evenly over the top of the batter.
  6. Place the foil-wrapped springform pan into a larger roasting pan. Carefully pour hot water into the roasting pan until the water reaches halfway up the sides of the springform pan.
  7. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
  8. Turn off the oven, prop the door open slightly, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
  9. Remove the cheesecake from the water bath and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.

Notes

  • For the best texture, bring your cream cheese and eggs to room temperature before starting.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for the strongest flavor.
  • If you do not have fresh blueberries, frozen blueberries can be used, but do not thaw them first.
  • Prep Time: 25 min
  • Cook Time: 65 min
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 35
  • Sodium: 250
  • Fat: 26
  • Saturated Fat: 16
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0.5
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 7
  • Cholesterol: 130

Keywords: cheesecake, lemon, blueberry, baked dessert, graham cracker crust

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