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Midnight Cheesecake

Midnight Cheesecake: Indulge in Blueberry Lavender Bliss

This delightful Midnight Cheesecake features a luscious Blueberry Lavender Swirl, perfect for late-night indulgences and special celebrations.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Crackers Crushed, swap for gluten-free cookies if needed
  • 6 tablespoons Butter Melted and slightly cooled
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese Room temperature
  • 1 cup Sugar Adjust for sweetness
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt
For the Blueberry Lavender Swirl
  • 1 cup Blueberries Fresh or frozen, wild blueberries preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Lavender Omit if desired

Equipment

  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • medium bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Small Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix together crushed graham crackers and melted butter until well combined. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes until golden. Cool.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine blueberries with sugar and lavender. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until thickened. Cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently. Fold in sour cream.
  4. Pour half of the cheesecake filling onto the crust. Dollop blueberry swirl on top and gently swirl. Repeat with remaining filling and swirl.
  5. Bake in preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 60 minutes until edges are set. Center should be slightly jiggly.
  6. Turn off the oven and crack the door. Cool cheesecake inside for an hour. Transfer to the countertop to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for the best texture. Chill cheesecake overnight for optimal flavor.

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