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Simple Blueberry Basque Cheesecake


  • Author: olivia
  • Total Time: 80 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and rich cheesecake topped with fresh blueberries, baked to perfection with a caramelized top.


Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • Granulated sugar, for dusting (optional)
  • Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry and press into the prepared pan, then chill in the fridge.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add eggs one at a time.
  4. Add heavy cream, vanilla, and salt, mixing until combined, then sift in the flour.
  5. Pour the batter into the pan, sprinkle blueberries on top, and fold the pastry over.
  6. Bake for 55-65 minutes until the top is golden and the center is slightly jiggly.
  7. Cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then unmold and let cool completely. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

For a cleaner slice, use a hot knife to cut through the cheesecake. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 165mg

Keywords: cheesecake, blueberry, dessert, Basque cheesecake, baking