Description
A luscious and creamy blackberry cheesecake featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese filling, and topped with fresh blackberries. Perfect for dessert lovers seeking a classic sweet treat with a fruity twist.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
For the Filling
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 eggs
For the Topping
- 1 pint fresh blackberries
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) to prepare for baking the cheesecake.
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust base.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, blending well after each to ensure a smooth batter.
- Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour the cream cheese filling over the prepared crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top evenly.
- Bake: Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes or until the center is set and firm to the touch.
- Cool Slowly: Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door closed for 5 to 6 hours to cool gradually, which helps prevent cracking.
- Chill: After cooling in the oven, refrigerate the cheesecake until fully chilled and set, at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Add Topping and Serve: Just before serving, top the cheesecake with fresh blackberries to add a vibrant burst of color and fresh flavor.
Notes
- Using softened cream cheese ensures a smooth and creamy batter without lumps.
- Slow cooling in the oven helps prevent cracks on the cheesecake surface.
- For extra flavor, consider adding lemon zest to the filling.
- Make sure the eggs are at room temperature before mixing for better incorporation.
- Use fresh blackberries for the topping to maintain vibrant color and freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cheesecake)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
