Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake, a simple and delicious dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with a burst of blueberry goodness. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to impress their guests with a homemade treat that’s easy to make and guaranteed to satisfy their sweet cravings.

Why Make This Recipe

This recipe is perfect for those who love the combination of tangy blueberries and creamy cheesecake. The blueberry swirl adds a pop of color and flavor to the classic cheesecake, making it a show-stopping dessert for any occasion.

How to Make Easy Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake

Ingredients:

2 1/2 tsp cornstarch

1 tsp fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp warm water

2 1/2 cups (319g) fresh or frozen blueberries

1/4 cup (52g) sugar

1 1/2 cups (201g) graham cracker crumbs

2 tbsp (26g) sugar

6 tbsp butter, melted

24 ounces (678g) cream cheese, room temperature

1 cup (207g) sugar

3 tbsp (24g) all-purpose flour

3/4 cup (173g) sour cream, room temperature

1 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract

3 large eggs, room temperature

Directions:

Make the blueberry sauce for the swirl by combining cornstarch, lemon juice, and warm water. Cook blueberries and sugar in a saucepan, then add the cornstarch mixture. Puree and strain the blueberry mixture to cool.

Preheat oven to 325°F and grease a 9×13 inch pan. Combine crust ingredients and press into the pan. Bake for 10 minutes and cool.

Reduce oven temperature to 300°F. Mix cream cheese, sugar, and flour. Add sour cream, vanilla extract, and eggs one at a time. Pour over the crust.

Add drops of blueberry sauce on top of the filling and swirl with a knife. Bake for 40-45 minutes.

Cool the cheesecake in the oven, then on the counter before refrigerating for 3-4 hours.

How to Serve Easy Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake

Serve slices of this delicious cheesecake chilled, either on its own or topped with extra blueberry sauce or whipped cream for an extra touch of sweetness.

How to Store Easy Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake

Store leftover cheesecake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To freeze, wrap the cheesecake tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

Tips to Make Easy Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake

Be sure to cool the blueberry sauce before swirling it into the cheesecake batter to prevent it from blending too much.

Use room temperature ingredients to ensure a smooth and creamy cheesecake batter.

Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent cracks in the cheesecake.

Variation

For a twist on the classic recipe, try using different berries like strawberries or raspberries for the swirl to customize the flavor of the cheesecake.