Snow days invite a cozy kitchen moment. Whether a family is building a snow fort in the yard or settling in for a cartoon marathon, a homemade dessert can lift spirits. This blueberry cheesecake is simple to make and yields a creamy, fruity treat that can be customized with other berries like blackberries or raspberries if preferred. No matter which berries are used, the dessert adds a cheerful finish to a day spent at home.
Ingredients
- 500 g blueberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 250 g cream cheese, softened
- 240 ml crème fraîche
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 8 oat cookies, crushed
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Wooden spoon
- Bowl
- Tablespoon
- 4 glasses
Instructions
All steps are straightforward and suitable for a family kitchen when an adult offers guidance. For the first step, an adult should assist with the berries. Place three quarters of the berries and half of the sugar into a small saucepan. Cover and simmer for about five minutes, until the berries soften. Remove from heat, stir in the remaining berries, and allow the mixture to cool completely. In a clean bowl, beat the cream cheese, crème fraîche, the remaining sugar, and the vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
Next, build a layered dessert by spooning a portion of the blueberry sauce into each glass, followed by a spoonful of the cream cheese filling, and then a spoonful of the crushed cookies. Repeat the layers once more so that each glass shows a distinct, appealing stack of flavors and textures.
Then, chill the glasses in the refrigerator for about an hour to give the layers time to set. Serve the dessert well chilled, straight from the fridge for the best consistency and taste.
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