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Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake

A creamy and rich dessert filled with fresh blueberries, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs Think of the sweet, buttery crunch that will serve as the foundation of your cheesecake.
  • 0.25 cups melted butter Rich and aromatic, this brings your crust together.
For the filling
  • 2 cups cream cheese, softened The star of the show! Creamy and rich.
  • 1 cups sugar Enhances the flavor and balances tartness.
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract Adds comforting notes.
  • 3 large eggs Binds everything together.
  • 1 cups sour cream Adds tangy richness to the cheesecake.
  • 0.5 cups blueberry jam or fresh blueberries Provides a burst of flavor and color.
  • 2 tbsp sugar (for blueberry swirl) Enhances the natural sweetness of blueberries.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract and mix. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each. Stir in sour cream until combined.
  4. Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust.
  5. In a small saucepan, heat blueberry jam and 2 tablespoons of sugar over low heat until melted.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the blueberry mixture over the cheesecake batter and swirl with a toothpick.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
  2. Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature, then cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours or overnight.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. A springform pan is recommended for easy removal and presentation. Let the cheesecake cool completely before chilling.