Blueberry Mousse Cheesecake (Printable version)
Luscious blueberry mousse cheesecake with creamy filling and fresh berries, ideal for celebrations.
# Ingredient list:
→ Crust
01 - 7 oz graham crackers or digestive biscuits
02 - 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
03 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
→ Cheesecake Filling
04 - 18 oz cream cheese, softened
05 - ½ cup granulated sugar
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
08 - ½ cup sour cream
09 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
→ Blueberry Mousse
10 - 7 oz fresh or frozen blueberries
11 - 3 tbsp granulated sugar
12 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
13 - 1 tbsp water
14 - 2 tsp powdered gelatin
15 - 1 cup heavy cream, cold
→ Decoration
16 - 3½ oz fresh blueberries
17 - Mint leaves (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 320°F. Line base of 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
02 - Crush biscuits into fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter and sugar. Press firmly into pan base. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
03 - Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently. Blend in vanilla, sour cream, and flour until just combined. Pour over cooled crust.
04 - Bake for 45–50 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly wobbly. Turn off oven, crack door, and cool for 1 hour. Remove and chill for at least 2 hours.
05 - Combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice in saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until berries burst. Purée, then strain to remove seeds.
06 - Sprinkle gelatin over water, let bloom for 5 minutes, then warm gently until dissolved. Stir into warm blueberry purée. Cool to room temperature.
07 - Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold in cooled blueberry mixture until smooth and airy. Spread evenly over chilled cheesecake. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
08 - Decorate with fresh blueberries and mint leaves before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The contrast between tangy cheesecake and airy blueberry mousse makes every bite feel like discovering something new
- It looks impressive but comes together mostly with pantry staples and a patience for chilling
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- The gelatin must be fully dissolved or you will end up with grainy patches in your mousse
- Room temperature ingredients prevent lumps that cannot be fixed once baked
03 -
- The water bath method produces an even creamier texture if you are willing to wrap the pan tightly in foil
- Make the cheesecake one day ahead for the most developed flavor and easiest serving