Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Blueberry Cheesecake Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free) Cake, a luscious dessert that masterfully combines the richness of cheesecake with the light texture of vanilla cake. This beautiful treat is perfect for birthdays, brunches, or simply as a sweet afternoon snack. The harmonious blend of tangy blueberries and creamy cheesecake creates an irresistible flavor profile that will delight any crowd. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this cake is sure to become a favorite at your gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 and 1/3 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 4 eggs
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup + 2 tablespoons caster sugar
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 1 and 2/3 cups blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a springform pan with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, sugars, and lemon zest in a large bowl.
- Blend in cold butter until crumbly. Stir in eggs and vanilla until combined.
- Press two-thirds of the mixture into the prepared pan to form the crust; chill remaining crumbs.
- In another bowl, combine mascarpone, cream cheese, caster sugar, corn starch, and eggs gently.
- Layer half the cheesecake mixture over the crust; sprinkle blueberries on top before adding more cheesecake mixture.
- Finish with remaining blueberries and crumbs, then bake for 65-75 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 110g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg