Blueberry Basque Cheesecake Recipe
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of a Blueberry Basque Cheesecake, a delightful twist on the classic dessert. This crustless cheesecake features a beautifully caramelized top and bursts of juicy blueberries in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes (plus chilling)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spanish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cheesecake:
- 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Optional Toppings:
- Extra blueberries
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a 6- to 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper, extending it above the rim.
- Mix cream cheese and sugar: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in the cream, vanilla, and salt.
- Add flour and blueberries: Sift in flour, gently stir, then fold in the blueberries.
- Bake: Pour batter into the pan, tap out air bubbles, and bake for 45–50 minutes until golden and slightly jiggly.
- Cool and chill: Let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve: Serve chilled, topped with more blueberries and powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- For a more caramelized top, position the pan closer to the top heating element.
- If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw before folding into the batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
