Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted unsalted butter, mixing until crumbly. Press this mixture into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan and bake for 11 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy, about 3-4 minutes. Add vanilla extract, lemon zest, lemon juice, and sour cream; mix until combined. Add room-temperature eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed.
- Gently fold in the frozen wild blueberries into the cheesecake batter using a spatula.
- Wrap the outside of the springform pan in aluminum foil. Place the pan into a larger baking dish, then pour hot water into the outer dish until halfway up the sides of the springform pan.
- Pour the cheesecake batter into the cooled crust. Bake for about 80-90 minutes, until the edges are set but the center remains slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and crack the door ajar, letting the cheesecake cool gently for about 30 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Chill your mixing bowl and beat heavy cream, lemon zest, and powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form, about 4-5 minutes. Pipe or spread whipped cream onto the cooled cheesecake, garnishing with fresh blueberries and lemon slices.
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Notes
This cheesecake is a heartfelt treat perfect for showing appreciation on Mother's Day. Ensure all dairy ingredients are room temperature for smooth filling.
