Recipe RECIPE - Lemon Blueberry Layer Cheesecake

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Lemon Blueberry Layer Cheesecake

This Lemon Blueberry Layer Cheesecake recipe celebrates the taste of summer with each bite bursting with citrus zest and juicy blueberries.

Ingredients:

Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Cheesecake Filling:

• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 Tablespoon lemon zest
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Blueberry Layer:

• 1 1/2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 Tablespoon lemon juice

Topping:

• Whipped cream
• Fresh blueberries
• Lemon zest for garnish
• 2 mixing bowls
• 9-inch springform pan
• Saucepan

Directions:

• Preheat oven to 350 F (175 C)

Crust:

• Mix graham cracker crumbs, butter, and sugar
• Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan
• Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling

Filling:

• Beat cream cheese, sugar, lemon zest, and juice until smooth
• Mix in flour and add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition
• Stir in sour cream and pour half of this mixture over the crust.

Blueberry Layer:

• Combine blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat
• Cook until berries burst and sauce thickens
• Cool slightly and pour over the cream cheese layer
• Pour the remaining cheesecake filling over the blueberry layer
• Smooth the top

Finish Up:

• Bake at 350 F (175 C) for 45-50 minutes or until set
• Turn off the oven, open the door slightly, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour
• Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight
• Top with whipped cream, fresh blueberries, and lemon zest before serving

Enjoy!

Note:

• Kcal: 400 per slice
• Servings: 12

Source:

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