Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Make Blueberry Topping: In a medium saucepan, combine water, lemon juice, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Fold in blueberries and simmer on low for 5-6 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Prepare Crust: Crush graham crackers until fine and mix with sugar and melted butter. Press into springform pan. Freeze for 15 minutes.
- Mix Filling: Beat room-temperature cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and lemon juice; mix until creamy.
- Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream on high speed until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into cream cheese mixture.
- Layer and Set: Pour half of the filling onto the crust, swirl in blueberry topping, then add remaining filling and swirl again.
- Chill to Set: Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight for the best texture.
- Serve: Carefully remove from pan, slice, and serve with a drizzle of blueberry sauce.
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Notes
Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth filling. Don't over-whip the cream for a light texture. Freeze-friendly and great for summer gatherings.
