Description
Luxurious chocolate blueberry ganache cheesecake promises a symphony of rich flavors dancing across delicate textures. Silky chocolate and bursting blueberry notes create an irresistible dessert that will transport palates to pure indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Base:
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 ml) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 ml) fresh blueberries
Ganache Topping:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) blueberry preserves
- Fresh blueberries for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 325F (160C) and lightly coat a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray.
- Crush chocolate cookies and blend with melted butter, then compress the mixture firmly into the pan’s base, creating a solid foundation.
- Whip cream cheese and sugar until silky smooth, incorporating eggs individually to ensure a uniform texture. Mix in vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- Gently incorporate sour cream and heavy cream, creating a luxurious consistency. Carefully fold fresh blueberries throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the creamy batter into the prepared crust, using a spatula to create an even surface.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the center shows minimal jiggle. Allow the cheesecake to rest in the oven with a slight door opening for one hour, promoting gradual cooling.
- Create blueberry infusion by simmering blueberries and heavy cream over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes, stirring periodically.
- Strain the blueberry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, extracting maximum liquid and discarding solid remnants.
- Melt dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Pour hot blueberry cream over chocolate, allowing it to rest momentarily before stirring into a glossy ganache.
- Drizzle and spread the blueberry ganache evenly across the cooled cheesecake. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours to set completely.
- Before serving, optionally decorate with fresh blueberries for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Opt for room temperature ingredients to ensure a smooth, lump-free cheesecake filling that blends seamlessly.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent air bubbles that can cause cracking during baking.
- Create a water bath by placing the springform pan in a larger pan filled with hot water to ensure even baking and prevent surface cracks.
- Substitute graham crackers for chocolate cookie crumbs if preferred, or use gluten-free cookies for a celiac-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 188
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 16 mg