Blackberry Cheesecake Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Blackberry Cheesecake! Made with a buttery graham cracker crust and a creamy, dreamy cheesecake filling, topped with a luscious homemade blackberry sauce. This recipe is perfect for using fresh, juicy blackberries picked straight from the bush (about 1-1 1/2 cups), or frozen for convenience. A delightful dessert for any occasion, guaranteed to impress family and friends. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 773.9 kcal
Protein 23g
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Ingredients for Blackberry Cheesecake

  • Graham Cracker Crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (for crust) + 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling) + 3 teaspoons granulated sugar (for sour cream topping)
  • 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) melted unsalted butter
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 16 ounces cream cheese (two 8-ounce packages)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 8 ounces sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Blackberry Jam
  • Frozen Blackberries

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How to Make Blackberry Cheesecake

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) melted unsalted butter. Mix well.
  3. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. In a large bowl, beat 16 ounces cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  6. Gradually add 1 cup granulated sugar, beating until well combined.
  7. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust.
  8. Bake for 45 minutes.
  9. In a separate bowl, combine 8 ounces sour cream, 3 teaspoons granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  10. Gently pour the sour cream mixture over the partially baked cheesecake.
  11. Bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  12. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack. Then, refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight.
  13. Before serving, combine ½ cup blackberry jam and 1 cup fresh or thawed blackberries in a small saucepan.
  14. Heat gently over low heat until warmed through. Do not boil.
  15. Drizzle the warm blackberry sauce over slices of cheesecake before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

251g

Fat

135g

Carbs

27g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Blackberry Cheesecake?

Blackberry Cheesecake takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Blackberry Cheesecake?

Blackberry Cheesecake has approximately 773.9 calories per serving, with about 23 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates and 69 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Blackberry Cheesecake?

The key ingredients for Blackberry Cheesecake are Graham Cracker Crumbs, Sugar, Butter, Cinnamon, Cream Cheese, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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