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BEST BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE RECIPE

Jun.posted by Paula 26 Comments

The BEST BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE RECIPE is full of sweet, juicy blueberries in every creamy bite!

A rich, creamy cheesecake isn’t difficult to make. It’s the perfect dessert recipe for any time of year and great for any occasion!

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BEST BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE RECIPE

  1. Make the crust. I like to make the crust first so it has time to set before pouring the cheesecake filling in it. As well, I prefer to use vanilla wafers instead of graham crackers for the crust. You can use graham crackers if you like. Actually, you can you lemon cookies, shortbread cookies, or any cookie for the crust. Vanilla Wafer crust is made with crushed ‘Nilla wafers and butter pressed into an 8-inch springform pan. It doesn’t need to be cooked; once the butter cools the crust will harden.
  2. Mix the cheesecake. The most important factor in mixing the cheesecake ingredients is to have the cold ingredients at room temperature. They will mix much easier and faster. Furthermore, you don’t want to overmix this step because it can cause the cheesecake to crack.
  3. Add water bath to oven. More on this below.
  4. Bake. Once you’ve poured the cheesecake mixture into the crust the hard part is over. You just need to bake it now. Just remember, don’t open the oven door until it’s done. A good way to tell when it’s done is the top will change from ‘shiny’ to ‘matte’. As noted below, I turn my oven off and allow the cheesecake to sit in the oven without opening the door for the last 5 minutes of cooking time. Again, to help prevent the cheesecake from cracking. (More on this below as well in ‘Cooling the cheesecake’.)

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DO YOU NEED A WATER BATH?

You do not have to make a water bath to bake cheesecake. However, it does help prevent the cheesecake from cracking. There are two methods or a water bath. I use the first one.

  1. I simply add a 9×13-inch baking pan to the bottom rack of my oven. (You’ll bake the cheesecake on the middle rack.) Next, I fill the pan with water to an inch deep using a pitcher. Using a pitcher to fill the pan is much easier than filling the pan at the sink than trying not to spill the water getting it to the oven.
  2. Another way is an actual ‘water bath’. Before filling your springform pan, wrap it tightly with aluminum foil. Make sure the is larger enough to cover the entire bottom of the pan and there is no area for water to seep in. Then, after filling the pan with your cheesecake mixture, place it in a large roasting pan. Place that pan into the hot oven and then fill the pan with water to 1-inch deep using a pitcher.

In the event your cheesecake cracks, no big deal. Simply add fruit, a glaze, or whipped cream to the top!

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HOW DO I COOL THE BEST BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE RECIPE?

Cooling your cheesecake properly will help prevent the top from cracking. You want to cool it gradually.

  1. The way I do this is I turn off the oven 5 minutes before the cheesecake is cooked fully but I leave the oven door closed!
  2. Next, I open the oven door slightly for another 30 minutes or so. (I realize this is not ideal if you’re trying to keep your house cool during the summer.)
  3. I remove the cheesecake from the oven to a wire rack on the countertop to cool for a couple of hours. At this point, you want to run a knife around the edge of the cheesecake and pan to loosen the cheesecake from the pan.
  4. After it’s cooled on the counter a couple of hours and before you put it in the refrigerator, loosen the springform around the cheesecake and carefully lift it off.
  5. Finally, after the cheesecake is cool enough that it won’t cause condensation in a container, place it in an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 hours before cutting to serve. I typically make cheesecake the day before I plan to serve it so it’s completely chilled.

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HOW LONG WILL CHEESECAKE LAST?

Cheesecake will be good for 5 days in the refrigerator. Keep it tightly wrapped in plastic wrap or in an airtight container. Cheesecake will easily absorb refrigerator odors if it isn’t wrapped securely.

You may also like my tips on How to Bake the Perfect Cheesecake!
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Ultimate Blueberry Cheesecake

The Ultimate Blueberry Cheesecake is full of sweet, juicy blueberries in every creamy bite!
Author: Paula
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 16 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham crackers crushed fine
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup butter melted
  • 3 8 oz packages cream cheese softened
  • 1 and ¼ cup sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs at room temp
  • 8 ounces sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 and ½ cup blueberries fresh or frozen
  • 1 Tablespoon flour
  • Optional: whipped cream

Instructions

  • Prepare a springform pan by spraying with non-stick spray and wrapping the bottom with aluminum foil. Preheat oven to 300°F. Fill a 9 x 13 cake pan with 1-inch of water and set it on the lowest rack in the oven.
  • Combine crushed graham crackers, sugar, and butter in a small bowl. Press mixture into bottom and 1-inch up sides of a 9-inch springform pan. Set aside.
  • Beat cream cheese at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth. Add 1 and ¼ cup sugar, 3 Tablespoons flour, and salt. Beat until blended and smooth.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating until just blended. Add sour cream, vanilla, and lemon zest until just blended.
  • Sprinkle blueberries with 1 Tablespoon flour, shake to coat on all sides. Sift excess flour off berries.
  • Carefully fold blueberries into cream cheese mixture, careful not to break berries.
  • Pour mixture into prepared springform pan.
  • Bake at 300°F for 1 hour 10 minutes or until the center is firm. Turn off the oven. Let cheesecake stand in the oven for 30 minutes with the door partially open.
  • Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack. Cover and chill 8 hours before serving.
  • Serve with whipped cream if desired.
  • Prep time: 30 minutes
  • Bake time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Stand time: 1 hour
  • Chill time: 8 hours

Nutrition

Calories: 207kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 202mg | Potassium: 68mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 252IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. Erin says

    07.04.18 at 9:08 pm

    Just made this. And topped it with fresh peaches and some warmed peach preserves.

    Reply
  2. Casey says

    12.11.17 at 11:20 pm

    5 stars
    Does the water bath have to be in a cake pan? Or, could you just use a cassorle dish?

    Reply
    • Paula says

      12.16.17 at 8:31 pm

      It can be in a casserole dish

      Reply
  3. Joy Barker says

    07.23.14 at 1:43 pm

    Well if i have printer ink i would print this recipe so instead i will have to write it down and I Love Cheese Cake and I Love Blueberries so two of my favorite things will be fun to make !!!

    Reply
    • Paula says

      07.23.14 at 1:44 pm

      This is one of my favorites, Joy! Cheesecakes are my weakness!

      Reply
  4. Lynn says

    01.12.14 at 3:10 pm

    Beautiful cheesecake! I love making cheesecakes as well. Have a great week!

    Reply
    • Paula says

      01.12.14 at 5:17 pm

      Thank you! Have a great week too!

      Reply
  5. Marilyn Clark says

    03.11.13 at 9:48 pm

    My guys LOVE cheesecake and they LOVE bluberries…I need to make this ASAP! Thanks for sharing at March Madness

    Reply
  6. Fluster Buster says

    03.11.13 at 7:30 pm

    This looks so yummy! Thank you for linking up at Fluster's Creative Muster.

    Robin @ Fluster Buster

    Reply
  7. Christine says

    03.11.13 at 5:38 am

    Oh my goodness!! Does that ever look GOOD!

    Thanks for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer.. From Dream To Reality! Can't wait to see what you link up tomorrow evening 🙂

    Reply
  8. Melanie Goad says

    03.06.13 at 12:07 am

    WANT! I don't suppose you deliver! 🙂

    Reply
  9. Sarah says

    03.05.13 at 9:48 pm

    Oh my. You are going to totally destroy my “operation don't look like a whale in a wedding dress”. I'm not sure if I love you or loathe your right now. (kidding of course) Definitely pinning!

    -Sarah-
    http://dirtonourface.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  10. Savannah McQueen says

    03.05.13 at 12:52 pm

    This looks delicious, Paula. I will pin it! I just wanted to drop you a quick note and tell you that I love your new banner. -Savannah

    Reply
  11. Jenna LaFevor says

    03.05.13 at 12:40 pm

    Oh my goodness! This sounds divine! Following!

    Jenna @ http://rainonatinroof.com

    Reply
  12. Shannon-VintageHousewife says

    03.05.13 at 8:49 am

    Don't know how it's possible, but this is exactly what I was looking for! Had already planned to make a Blueberry Cheesecake tonight, so I'll be giving this recipe a try 🙂

    Reply
  13. Leslie Stewart says

    03.05.13 at 8:23 am

    I love cheesecake! This looks amazing! Thanks for sharing at my Twirl & Take a Bow Party! Have a great week.
    Leslie
    House on the Way

    Reply
  14. Brenda @ChattingOverChocolate.blogspot.com says

    03.05.13 at 6:56 am

    WOW!! Perfect name! It certainly does like like the ultimate cheesecake! YUM!!

    Reply
  15. Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch says

    03.04.13 at 9:19 pm

    Oh my deliciousness! This looks amazing and I have been in such a berry mood lately!

    Reply
  16. tumbleweed-contessa says

    03.04.13 at 4:28 pm

    Paula, this looks lucious! I'm always looking for that perfect cheesecake recipe. Thanks.

    Linda

    Reply
  17. Sicorra @TacklingOurDebt says

    03.04.13 at 1:49 pm

    That looks delicious! I love making cheesecake and love eating it even more 🙂

    Reply
  18. Nicky Hudelson says

    03.04.13 at 12:14 pm

    That looks so GOOD!!! Had to share cause I love blueberry too:)

    Reply
  19. Tamara Camera says

    03.04.13 at 9:26 am

    I saw this on my Pinterest yesterday and I thought, “Hey I kinda know this blogger from SITS.” So of course I repinned it! Dreaming about summer and fresh blueberries right now.

    Reply

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