Blackberry No Bake (Print Version)
This cool cheesecake has smooth filling, juicy blackberry sauce on top, and sits on a crumbly, buttery graham cracker base.
# Ingredients:
→ Fruit Topping
01 -
40 g cornstarch
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120 ml water
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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300 g granulated sugar
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960 g fresh blackberries
→ Filling
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480 ml heavy whipping cream, cold
08 -
80 g sour cream
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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180 g powdered sugar
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680 g cream cheese, softened
→ Graham Cracker Crust
12 -
170 g salted butter, melted
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100 g granulated sugar
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200 g graham cracker crumbs
# Steps:
01 -
Add graham cracker crumbs and sugar in a big bowl, then pour in melted butter. Stir everything till it's all mixed and clumpy.
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Push the crumb stuff into the bottom of a 23 x 33 cm pan and spread it around. Pop it in your freezer for a bit while you work on the filling.
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Throw softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, a splash of vanilla, and sour cream in a bowl. Beat until it's nice and fluffy.
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Whip cold heavy cream in a chilled bowl till it turns thick and forms stiff shapes when you lift the whisk.
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Now lightly fold the whipped cream into your fluffy cheese blend. Be gentle so it stays airy and doesn't go flat.
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Spread your cream cheese blend on the cold crust with a spatula, even it out, and stick it in the fridge at least four hours. If you're short on time, freezer for at least two.
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Toss the blackberries, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, water, and cornstarch in a saucepan. Stir it up over medium heat and keep moving it till it boils.
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Turn the heat down. Let it bubble for about 8–10 minutes, stir now and then, till the berries turn mushy and thick like jam. Set aside to cool fully.
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Spoon the cooled berry mixture over your cold cream cheese layer. Cut into squares and enjoy right away.
# Notes:
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You can make both the creamy layer and berry topping early, then keep them chilled or frozen till you're ready to put everything together.
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If you can’t find fresh blackberries, frozen or mixed berries work just fine too.
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You don’t have to use cinnamon—you could swap in a little nutmeg or even coriander if you want.