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Perfect Blue & White Layered Berry Cheesecake Recipe for 4th of July Celebration

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A festive layered cheesecake featuring a graham cracker crust, creamy white cheesecake layer, a luscious blueberry middle layer, and topped with fresh red berries. Perfect for patriotic celebrations and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tbsp (70g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ⅔ cup (135g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ⅔ cup (160ml) sour cream
  • 1 ½ cups (225g) fresh or frozen blueberries
  • ⅓ cup (65g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp cold water
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, sliced
  • ½ cup (75g) fresh raspberries
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until moistened. Press firmly into bottom of 9-inch springform pan to form a ¼ inch thick layer. Bake 10 minutes and cool.
  2. Beat softened cream cheese on medium speed until smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Gradually add sugar and beat until combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating just until incorporated. Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream. Pour over cooled crust and smooth top.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes until berries break down. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 2 more minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  4. Gently spoon blueberry layer over white cheesecake layer, spreading evenly but carefully.
  5. Place springform pan on baking sheet and bake at 325°F (163°C) for 50-60 minutes until edges are set but center slightly wobbly. Turn off oven, crack door, and cool inside for 1 hour.
  6. Remove cheesecake from oven and cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Before serving, top with sliced strawberries and raspberries, dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

Soften cream cheese and eggs to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps. Avoid overmixing eggs to prevent cracks. Baking on a baking sheet is fine, but a water bath can help keep cheesecake moist and crack-free. Chill overnight for best texture and flavor. Use a warm knife dipped in hot water for clean slices. Cracks can be smoothed with a thin sour cream layer and additional chilling.

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