Dive into the world of creamy indulgence with this Fresh Blueberry Cheesecake. This dessert features a crunchy crust, a velvety cream cheese layer, and is crowned with a vibrant blueberry topping. It's a perfect blend of textures and flavors, celebrating the natural sweetness of fresh blueberries.
Why You'll Love This:
- Berry Perfection: Fresh blueberries offer a burst of natural sweetness.
- Creamy and Rich: The cream cheese and white chocolate create a luxuriously smooth texture.
- Versatile: Suitable for various occasions, from casual gatherings to elegant parties.
Perfect Occasion: This cheesecake is ideal for summer festivities, garden parties, or as a refined dessert at dinner parties. It's also a great choice for holiday celebrations or as a special treat for blueberry lovers.
Decoration Tips:
- Berry Garnish: Top with extra fresh blueberries for a bountiful look.
- Mint Leaves: Add a few mint leaves for a fresh, colorful contrast.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar: A light dusting can add a touch of elegance.
Crust:
- 250g ground Plazma biscuits (or any biscuit of choice)
- 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar
- 80g melted butter
- 125ml milk
Filling:
- 180g fresh blueberries
- 400g cream cheese
- 200g melted white chocolate
- 200ml heavy cream
- Optionally, 1 sachet of cream stabilizer (kremfix)
Topping:
- 150g fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons of water
Preparation:
- For the crust, mix all ingredients and press into a 20cm diameter mold.
- Blend the blueberries with an immersion blender or food processor for the filling.
- Whip cream cheese and blended blueberries together. Then mix in the melted white chocolate.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream (add cream stabilizer if desired). Gently fold everything together into one filling.
- Spread the filling over the crust and refrigerate.
- For the topping, boil blueberries with sugar and lemon juice. Mix cornstarch with water in a separate bowl. Blend the blueberry mixture, add the cornstarch mixture, and cook for 2 more minutes until thickened.
- Cool the topping for about 10 minutes, then carefully spread over the cheesecake. Chill for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
Enjoy this heavenly Fresh Blueberry Cheesecake, a perfect symphony of creamy and fruity flavors!