Description
Indulge in this creamy blackberry cheesecake that combines rich flavors and a hint of tartness, making it the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups fresh blackberries
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (or powdered sugar)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until crumbly. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake crust for about 10 minutes until golden brown. Allow it to cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix well.
- Blend in sour cream and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gently fold in blackberries, preserving some whole berries for garnish.
- Pour the mixture over the cooled crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For a fruity twist, substitute blackberries with strawberries or raspberries. Enhance flavors by adding lemon juice or extra vanilla extract. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.