Blueberry Cheesecake Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free) Cake
Blueberry Cheesecake Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free) Cake is the perfect fusion of a classic vanilla cake and a rich blueberry cheesecake. This delightful dessert features a creamy cheesecake layer generously topped with juicy blueberries, making it an impressive centerpiece for any occasion, from casual family dinners to festive celebrations. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe is accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Plus, it’s alcohol-free, ensuring everyone can enjoy its luscious flavor! Elevate your dessert experience with this stunning cake that combines taste and presentation in each mouthful.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 and 1/3 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup cold butter (cut into cubes)
- Grated zest from 1 lemon (optional)
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz. mascarpone cheese
- 8 oz. cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup + 2 tablespoons caster sugar
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 2 eggs (for filling)
- 1 and 2/3 cups blueberries
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–3 teaspoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, sugars, and lemon zest.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Mix in eggs and vanilla until combined.
- Press two-thirds of the mixture into the prepared pan to form a crust; refrigerate.
- For the cheesecake filling, blend cream cheese, mascarpone, sugars, corn starch, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour half of the filling over the crust, add blueberries, then top with remaining filling and more blueberries.
- Bake for about 65-75 minutes or until set; cool gradually.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg