Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake

Both my husband and dad are OBSESSED with blueberries. And cheesecake. My dad’s birthday was coming up, so of course, blueberry cheesecake was calling my name. And it just so happens that blueberries are in season and delicious right now. I made two mini cheesecakes, and one large one. I am sure glad I did! After having a slice of this, my dad was not too keen on sharing, and seeing as it’s his birthday, he deserved it completely. Although it is a bit time consuming, the end result is totally worth it!

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Course Dessert

Ingredients

  

• 1½ cups fresh blueberries
• ¼ cup° granulated sugar
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tsp cornstarch
• 1 Tbsp water

Crust

• 1 sleeve honey graham crackers crumbs
• 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
• 2 Tbsp melted butter

Filling

• 3 8 oz pkgs cream cheese softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup plain greek yogurt
• 2 Tbsp all purpose flour
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs beaten lightly

Instructions

 

• Combine the blueberries, sugar and lemon juice in a small saucepan, Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the blueberries become soft. Combine the cornstarch and water, mixing until smooth. Stir into the blueberries and bring to a boil. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring continuously. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature. Pour into a blender or food processor, and blend until smooth.
• In a food processor or small bowl, add the graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Slowly add the melted butter until completely incorporated. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-inch round pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
• In a standing mixer or large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the yogurt, flour, and vanilla. While beating slowing, add the eggs until just combined. Pour over crust. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons of the blueberry mixture. Cut through the batter with a knife or skewer to swirl.
• Place the pan on a baking sheet and bake at 350° for 40 minutes, or until the center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for at least an hour. Refrigerate overnight. When serving, drizzle the remaining blueberry sauce over each slice.

Notes

When making mini-cheesecake, use ramekins and bake for about 25 minutes. Any remaining blueberry sauce can be used on pancakes, waffles, ice cream, and more!

Keyword blueberry, cheesecake