Description
Blackberry Cheesecake
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
3 cups cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy cream
For the Blackberry Sauce:
2 cups fresh blackberries (or frozen, thawed)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
For Topping:
Whipped cream
Fresh blackberries
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Crust:
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and heavy cream. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
3. Bake the Cheesecake:
Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is slightly jiggly but set around the edges. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
4. Prepare the Blackberry Sauce:
In a saucepan, combine blackberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the berries break down. Add the cornstarch mixture and stir until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and let it cool.
5. Assemble and Serve:
Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan. Pour the cooled blackberry sauce over the cheesecake. Top with whipped cream and fresh blackberries.
6. Enjoy!
Serve chilled and enjoy this luscious blackberry cheesecake!
