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Quick Blueberry Crumble Cheesecake

Enjoy a delightful "5-star" blueberry crumble cheesecake with this streamlined recipe. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without spending all day in the kitchen, it balances a rich and creamy filling with a vibrant blueberry topping and a buttery crumble.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs (180g)
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar (50g)
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted (113g)
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 24 ounces cream cheese, softened (680g)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (120g)
For the Blueberry Topping
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (300g)
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar (50g)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry)
For the Crumble Topping
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour (60g)
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar (50g)
  • 0.25 cup packed light brown sugar (50g)
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes (57g)

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Aluminum foil
  • Large roasting pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Small baking sheet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Crust Prep
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, then press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 8-10 minutes.
Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is incorporated before adding the next, then gently mix in the sour cream or Greek yogurt until just combined.
Baking the Cheesecake
  1. Wrap the bottom of the springform pan with aluminum foil, pour the filling over the baked crust, and place the pan in a larger roasting pan. Fill the roasting pan with about 1 inch of hot water to create a water bath, and bake for 60-70 minutes until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
Blueberry Topping
  1. While the cheesecake bakes, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan, simmer for 5-7 minutes until the berries soften, then stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Crumble Topping
  1. In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugars, and cinnamon, then cut in the cold butter with your fingers or a pastry blender until coarse crumbs form. Spread the crumble on a small baking sheet and bake alongside the cheesecake (or separately at 350°F/175°C for 10-12 minutes) until golden brown and crispy.
Assembly and Chilling
  1. Once the cheesecake is cooled to room temperature, spread the cooled blueberry topping evenly over the top, then sprinkle with the cooled crumble topping. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before slicing and serving.

Notes

For an even quicker cheesecake, you can skip the water bath, but baking in one helps prevent cracks. Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth filling. You can prepare the blueberry and crumble toppings a day in advance.