Blueberry Cheesecake (Print Version)

Ingredients:

01 - 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs.
02 - ¼ cup sugar.
03 - ½ cup unsalted butter, melted.
04 - 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened.
05 - 1 cup sugar.
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract.
07 - 2 large eggs.
08 - 1 cup sour cream.
09 - 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries.
10 - 1 cup blueberries.
11 - ¼ cup sugar.
12 - 1 tbsp lemon juice.

Instructions:

01 - Set oven to 325°F (160°C).
02 - In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
03 - Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and vanilla, mixing well. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined. Stir in sour cream and gently fold in blueberries.
04 - Pour the filling over the crust. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set.
05 - Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
06 - In a saucepan, combine 1 cup blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until blueberries soften and release juices. Let cool.
07 - Remove cheesecake from the pan, top with the blueberry mixture, and enjoy.

Notes:

01 - For best results, use fresh blueberries for the topping.