Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup blueberry jam (for topping)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tbsp sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until fully combined. Gently fold in blueberries.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until the center is set.
- Let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Before serving, warm the blueberry jam slightly and drizzle over the top of the cheesecake.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.