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Lemon Blueberry Crumble Cheesecake

Lemon Blueberry Crumble Cheesecake That Will Brighten Your Day

Lemon Blueberry Crumble Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that combines the zest of lemons with sweet blueberries, adorned with a crunchy crumble topping.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust and Topping
  • 1 cup Softened Butter Use dairy-free butter for vegan.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can swap with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Use plant-based for vegan.
  • 3 large Eggs Replace with flax eggs for vegan.
  • 2 tbls Lemon Zest Fresh zest recommended.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh juice preferred, bottled works.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for best results.
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries Frozen berries can be used if thawed.
For Garnish
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Entirely optional.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt. Use a fork or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press about two-thirds of this mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Set aside the remaining crumbs for topping and chill the crust in the fridge for about 15 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Gradually add granulated sugar, mixing well before each addition. Add eggs one at a time, blending until fluffy. Gently fold in fresh lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix in the fresh blueberries without breaking them.
  3. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Once the crust is chilled, pour the lemon blueberry filling over it, smoothing the surface with a spatula. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the top.
  4. Place the cheesecake in the preheated oven and bake for 50–60 minutes. The edges should be set, while the center may have a slight wobble. Let it cool completely on a wire rack.
  5. After cooling at room temperature for about an hour, cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least four hours, ideally overnight.
  6. Once chilled, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. Garnish with extra blueberries and powdered sugar. Slice into generous pieces and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor, and be gentle when folding in the blueberries to maintain texture.

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