Blueberry Shortbread Cheesecake

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Blueberry Shortbread Cheesecake Bliss is a vegetarian American dessert that combines a buttery shortbread crust with a luscious cheesecake filling and a vibrant blueberry topping. This delightful treat is perfect for gatherings or a sweet finish to any meal. With its sweet, tangy blueberry flavor and rich texture, this cheesecake is versatile enough to be served at celebrations or as a comforting dessert at home.

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Overview

This Zesty Blueberry Shortbread Cheesecake Delight combines the rich creaminess of cheesecake with a buttery shortbread crust and a vibrant blueberry topping. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful treat, this cheesecake is sure to impress with its unique flavor and texture.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten, Eggs

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 12

Cooking Time: 95 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 Cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 Cups unsalted butter
• 0.5 Cups light brown sugar
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 2 8 Ounces (oz) cream cheese, softened
• 2 Cups white sugar, divided
• 3 Whole eggs
• 1 Pint sour cream
• 1 Whole lemon, zested
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
• 1 Quart blueberries
• 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) cornstarch

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a food processor, combine flour, butter, brown sugar, and salt; pulse until the mixture forms small lumps. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 2-quart baking dish.
3. Bake the crust in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and reduce the heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
4. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup of white sugar with an electric mixer until soft and creamy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until smooth. Gradually beat in sour cream, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Pour the mixture over the baked crust.
5. Bake in the preheated oven until the cheesecake is firm to the touch, about 45 to 55 minutes.
6. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, the remaining 1 cup of sugar, and cornstarch. Cook until the mixture thickens. Allow the topping to cool.
7. Pour the cooled blueberry topping over the cheesecake. Chill in the refrigerator for 8 hours to overnight before serving.

Enjoy your homemade Blueberry Shortbread Cheesecake Bliss!