Absolutely — Blueberry Cheesecake is a dreamy, creamy dessert with a buttery crust, rich cheesecake filling, and a sweet blueberry topping that brings it all together. You can make it baked or no-bake — I’ll give you the classic baked version first, then note the no-bake option below.
💜 Classic Baked Blueberry Cheesecake
🕒 Prep: 25 min | Bake: 55 min | Chill: 4 hrs+
🍽️ Serves: 10–12
🍪 Crust Ingredients
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1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
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¼ cup sugar
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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Pinch of salt
🍰 Cheesecake Filling
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3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
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1 cup sugar
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3 eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup sour cream
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Zest of 1 lemon (optional, but brightens it up)
🫐 Blueberry Topping
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2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
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¼ cup sugar
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water
🔥 Instructions
1. Make the Crust
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Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
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Combine graham crumbs, sugar, salt, and melted butter.
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Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
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Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
2. Make the Filling
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In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth (no lumps).
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Add sugar, beat again.
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Beat in eggs, one at a time.
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Mix in vanilla, sour cream, and lemon zest.
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Pour filling over crust.
3. Bake the Cheesecake
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Place springform pan on a baking sheet.
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Bake at 325°F for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is just set (it may jiggle slightly).
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Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let it rest inside for 1 hour.
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Chill in fridge for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
4. Make the Blueberry Topping
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In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
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Cook until berries start to release juices.
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Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 1–2 minutes until thickened.
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Let cool completely, then spoon over chilled cheesecake.
✅ Tips
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Wrap the pan in foil and bake in a water bath for a smoother top and no cracks (optional, but professional touch).
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For a smoother texture, use room-temp ingredients.
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The cheesecake keeps up to 5 days in the fridge or 3 months frozen (without topping).
🍰 No-Bake Version (Quick Overview)
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Mix 2 cups crushed graham crackers + ½ cup butter for crust.
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Filling: Beat 16 oz cream cheese + 1 cup powdered sugar + 1 tsp vanilla, then fold in 1½ cups whipped cream or Cool Whip.
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Chill for 4 hours, then top with blueberry compote.
Would you like a gluten-free crust, or a version with swirled blueberry inside the cheesecake itself?