Description
Indulge in the enchanting flavors of the Ravenclaw Midnight Blueberry Cheesecake, a delightful dessert that seamlessly blends creativity and wisdom. With its rich, creamy filling swirled with luscious blueberry goodness, this cheesecake serves as an exquisite centerpiece for any gathering—be it a Harry Potter-themed party or an elegant soirée. The stunning presentation, enhanced by a sprinkle of edible silver dust, transforms this dessert into a visual masterpiece that will captivate both wizards and Muggles alike. Plus, it’s easy to make with readily available ingredients, ensuring you can whip it up anytime the craving strikes.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- Edible silver dust for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom of the pan.
- Bake crust for 8-10 minutes. Allow to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla, then mix in eggs one at a time.
- For the blueberry swirl: cook blueberries with sugar and lemon juice in a saucepan until soft. Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
- Pour cheesecake batter over crust; add dollops of blueberry mixture on top and swirl gently.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Cool gradually in the oven for one hour before chilling in the fridge for at least four hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For best results, ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for a smoother mixture. Feel free to substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream if desired or mix different fruits into the cheesecake batter for variety.