Ravenclaw Midnight Blueberry Cheesecake: An Indulgent Delight
A delicious and enchanting dessert inspired by Ravenclaw, this midnight blueberry cheesecake is a showstopper for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, mix the crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Mix in the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated.
- Add fresh blueberries and lemon juice, folding gently to combine.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a stiffer cheesecake, add an additional egg.
- Use a water bath to prevent cracking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Ravenclaw, cheesecake, blueberry dessert