Blackberry cheesecake
Description
You can add blackberries both into the creamy filling and on top, creating beautiful purple patterns on the surface of your pie.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place vanilla waffles with pecans into the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until crumbly. Add melted butter and vanilla, then pulse again.
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Step 2
2. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread evenly over the bottom and sides.
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Step 3
3. Prepare the filling. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the sour cream and mix again.
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Step 4
4. Pour the resulting mixture over the wafer base in the pan. Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes. Turn off the oven, slightly open the door, and let the cheesecake stand in the oven for 15 minutes. Remove from the pan and let cool.
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Step 5
5. To prepare the topping, add blueberries, sugar, and water to a saucepan or skillet. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 4–5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Pour the topping over the cheesecake and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or longer to chill.
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Step 6
6. Cut the cheesecake into 16 pieces using a serrated knife and serve.