Simple Blueberry Basque Cheesecake
Indulge in the warmth of comfort with this Simple Blueberry Basque Cheesecake—a dessert that combines a flaky puff pastry crust and a velvety creamy filling, all topped with fresh, bursting blueberries. Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a family gathering or treating yourself after a busy day, this cheesecake is both impressive and easy to make. With its beautiful golden top and delightful flavor profile, it’s sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. Enjoy a slice that feels like a warm hug on a plate!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed)
- 16 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry to about 1/4 inch thick and press it into the prepared pan. Chill while preparing the batter.
- Beat together cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Reduce speed and mix in heavy cream, vanilla extract, kosher salt, and sifted flour until just combined.
- Pour batter into chilled pastry-lined pan, sprinkle with blueberries, then fold over any excess pastry edges.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes until golden brown on top and slightly jiggly in the center. Cool for five minutes before unmolding; let cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg