Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese and 3/4 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- In a saucepan, cook blueberries with water and cornstarch over medium heat until thickened. Cool slightly, then blend until smooth.
- Pour cheesecake batter over crust. Drop spoonfuls of blueberry sauce on top and swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until center is set. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.