Seven Barrels Signature Recipe
Blueberry Balsamic Cheesecake
Rich, creamy New York-style cheesecake swirled with fresh blueberries and Seven Barrels Blueberry Balsamic Vinegar, finished with a glossy Blueberry Balsamic Compote.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Chill Time: 6 hours (overnight preferred)
Total Time: About 8 hours
Serves: 12
Ingredients
Graham Cracker Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup sugar
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Cheesecake Filling
- 32 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Seven Barrels Blueberry Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Meyer Lemon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Blueberry Balsamic Compote
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- ¼ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons Seven Barrels Blueberry Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Prepare the Crust
Preheat oven to 325°F.
Mix:
- Graham cracker crumbs
- Sugar
- Cinnamon
- Melted butter
Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Bake for 10 minutes.
Cool completely.
Make the Filling
Beat cream cheese until smooth.
Add sugar.
Mix until creamy.
Blend in:
- Sour cream
- Vanilla
- Blueberry Balsamic
- Meyer Lemon Olive Oil
- Lemon zest
Add eggs one at a time.
Mix only until incorporated.
Fold in fresh blueberries.
Pour over cooled crust.
Bake
Place the cheesecake in a water bath.
Bake 65–70 minutes.
The edges should be set while the center still jiggles slightly.
Turn the oven off.
Leave the cheesecake inside with the door cracked for one hour.
Cool completely.
Refrigerate overnight.
Blueberry Balsamic Compote
Combine:
- Blueberries
- Sugar
- Blueberry Balsamic
- Lemon juice
Bring to a gentle simmer.
Mix cornstarch with water.
Add to the saucepan.
Cook until thick and glossy.
Cool completely.
Finish
Pour the compote over the chilled cheesecake.
Top with:
Fresh blueberries
Fresh mint
Lemon zest
One tiny drizzle of Seven Barrels Blueberry Balsamic
Chef's Tip
Blueberry Balsamic naturally enhances the sweetness of ripe blueberries while adding depth that traditional fruit toppings can't match. Resist the urge to skip the final drizzle. Just a teaspoon over each slice brightens every bite and makes the flavors pop.
Pair With
Fresh whipped cream
Vanilla bean ice cream
Fresh berries
Espresso
Coffee
Champagne
Featured Products
🫐 Seven Barrels Blueberry Balsamic Vinegar
🍋 Seven Barrels Meyer Lemon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Why You'll Love This Recipe
✔ Creamy New York-style cheesecake
✔ Fresh blueberry flavor in every bite
✔ Rich Blueberry Balsamic Compote
✔ Perfect balance of sweet and tangy
✔ Elegant enough for holidays and dinner parties
✔ A stunning make-ahead dessert
