Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter in a mixing bowl. Mix until crumbly.
- Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- Beat the softened cream cheese and 1 cup sugar in another large bowl until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Fold in the fresh blueberries gently.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Let cool at room temperature for an hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Top with additional blueberries before serving if desired.
Notes
Serve chilled, and store leftovers in the refrigerator, best enjoyed within 3-5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: cheesecake, lemon, blueberry, dessert, creamy, tart, sweet
