Description
Indulge in the enchanting Ravenclaw Midnight Blueberry Cheesecake, a dessert that brings a touch of magic to any gathering. This creamy cheesecake is adorned with deep blueberry swirls, creating a visually stunning representation of a starry sky. The buttery graham cracker crust provides the perfect balance to the rich filling, making it a delightful treat for both themed celebrations and intimate gatherings. Easy to make and sure to impress, this cheesecake will be the centerpiece of your next event.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup blueberries
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for swirl)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl; press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla; mix well. Incorporate eggs one at a time.
- Cook blueberries with sugar and lemon juice over medium heat until softened; stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer until thickened.
- Pour cheesecake batter over the crust, add dollops of blueberry mixture, and swirl gently. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly.
- Cool in the oven for an hour; refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (105g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg