Description
Indulge in a creamy blackberry cheesecake that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors, making it an unforgettable dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups fresh blackberries
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, combine crushed graham crackers with melted butter and sugar. Press into a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until golden brown. Let it cool.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add granulated sugar and mix well until no lumps remain.
- Gently fold in the sour cream and vanilla extract.
- Add eggs one at a time while mixing slowly to avoid air bubbles.
- Fold in half of the blackberries before pouring the filling over the crust. Top with remaining berries.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool in the oven with the door cracked open for one hour before refrigerating overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For a twist, substitute blackberries with strawberries or blueberries. Adding a splash of lemon juice can enhance flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.