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Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake

A luscious and vibrant dessert featuring a creamy cheesecake base infused with fresh lemon and sweet blueberries, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 410 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Crust

  • 2.25 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 10 tbsp salted butter, melted
  • 3 tbsp sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling

  • 24 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 6 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 large egg yolks, room temperature
  • 1.5 cups blueberries Fresh blueberries

For the Blueberry Topping

  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tsp water
  • 2 cups blueberries For the topping

For the Whipped Cream Topping

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Decorating

  • Lemon slices For garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  • In a small bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well combined.
  • Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of the springform pan. Bake for about 10 minutes and let it cool.
  • Cover the outside of the springform pan with aluminum foil to prevent water leaking during baking.

Making the Filling

  • Lower the oven temperature to 300°F (148°C). In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and flour until smooth.
  • Add sour cream, lemon juice, and zest, mixing until combined.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing slowly. Then add the egg yolks and blend until smooth.
  • Gently fold in the blueberries.

Baking

  • Pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared crust evenly.
  • Place the springform pan in a larger baking pan and pour warm water halfway up the sides.
  • Bake for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
  • Turn off the oven and allow the cake to cool with the door closed for 30 minutes. Crack the door open for another 30 minutes.
  • Refrigerate until completely cooled, preferably several hours or overnight.

Preparing the Topping

  • In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and water. Stir in blueberries and cook until softened. Cool in the refrigerator.
  • Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.

Assembly and Serving

  • Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and pipe whipped cream around the edges. Top with cooled blueberry mixture and decorate with lemon slices.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and follow cooling guidelines carefully to prevent cracks.
Keyword Blueberry Desserts, Cheesecake Recipe, Easy Cheesecake, Lemon Cheesecake, Summer Dessert