Description
Welcome, dessert lovers! Today, I’m thrilled to share with you a recipe for Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake that’s nothing short of heavenly. This luscious cheesecake brings together the tangy brightness of lemon with the sweet juiciness of blueberries, wrapped in a creamy, mousse-like filling. It’s the perfect dessert for any occasion, and I can’t wait for you to try it!
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
For the Blueberry Mousse Layer:
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
For the Lemon Mousse Layer:
- 1 cup lemon curd
- 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
For the Topping:
- Fresh blueberries
- Lemon slices
- Whipped cream
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
To start your Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake recipe, you’ll need to prepare the base: a buttery graham cracker crust.
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until everything is well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, ensuring an even layer. Refrigerate the crust while preparing the mousse layers.
This step ensures a solid base for the creamy layers to sit on, providing a great crunchy contrast.
Step 2: Make the Blueberry Mousse Layer
- In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of fresh blueberries, 1/2 cup sugar, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the blueberries burst and the sauce thickens.
- Dissolve 1 envelope of unflavored gelatin in 1/4 cup cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes. Stir this gelatin into the blueberry mixture and allow it to cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, fold in 1 cup of whipped heavy cream gently to make the mousse.
- Spread the blueberry mousse evenly over the graham cracker crust and refrigerate until firm.
Step 3: Make the Cream Cheese Layer
- In a large mixing bowl, beat 16 oz of softened cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in 1 cup of whipped heavy cream until fully incorporated.
- Spread the cream cheese layer over the blueberry mousse layer and refrigerate until set.
Step 4: Make the Lemon Mousse Layer
- In a small bowl, dissolve 1 envelope of unflavored gelatin in 1/4 cup cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup of lemon curd with the dissolved gelatin.
- Gently fold in 1 cup of whipped heavy cream, creating a fluffy mousse texture.
- Spread this lemon mousse over the cream cheese layer, ensuring a smooth finish. Refrigerate the entire cheesecake for at least 2 hours, or until all layers are fully set.
Step 5: Add the Toppings
Once the cheesecake has fully set, it’s time to decorate!
- Top with a handful of fresh blueberries and delicate slices of lemon.
- Pipe on some fresh whipped cream for that extra layer of indulgence.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the heavenly flavors of this Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake!
Equipment
2Pcs Heart Shape Cake Pans, Aluminum Heart Cake Mold, Reusable 10 inch
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- Use room temperature cream cheese for the smoothest filling. Cold cream cheese can lead to lumps in the cheesecake layer.
- Chill the cheesecake between layers. Make sure each mousse layer is properly set before adding the next one to avoid mixing.
- Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor and color. Frozen blueberries will work but may add extra moisture, which can affect the texture.