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Slice of blackberry cheesecake on white plate garnished with fresh blackberries and mint.

Irresistible Blackberry Cheesecake Recipe: A Heavenly Dessert You Can't Resist

Discover the ultimate blackberry cheesecake recipe—a creamy, delicious dessert bursting with fresh blackberries. Perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 32 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 cups fresh blackberries
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
  • Press the mixture into a 9-inch springform pan and bake at 325°F (163°C) for 10 minutes.
  • Beat softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth.
  • Add eggs one at a time, followed by sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
  • Gently fold in fresh blackberries into the cheesecake batter.
  • Pour the filling over the crust and place the pan in a water bath.
  • Bake for 60-70 minutes, then let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
  • Prepare the topping by simmering blackberries, sugar, and lemon juice for 10 minutes.
  • Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, then serve with the blackberry topping.
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