Blackberry Cheesecake

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Although the recipe calls for frozen blackberries, you could use fresh berries if you have them available. when my children and i go blackberry picking, this is one of the first recipes i make each year. i use about 1-1 1/2 cups of fresh berries. recipe found on the net.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 300 degrees.

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Combine the cracker crumbs , 1 / 4 c sugar , cinnamon and butter.

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Press onto the bottom of a springform pan.

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Beat the cream cheese.

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Add eggs , one at a time , and beat after each addition.

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Gradually add in the sugar and mix well.

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Pour over the crust and bake 45 minutes.

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Combine the sour cream , 3 t sugar and vanilla.

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Pour over the cheesecake.

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Bake for an additional 10 minutes.

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Remove and chill for at least 6 hours.

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When you get ready to serve the cheesecake , combine the jam and blackberries in a saucepan.

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Gently heat until just warmed.

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Drizzle over the cheesecake slices.

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Ingredients

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graham cracker crumbs, sugar, butter, cinnamon, cream cheese, eggs, sour cream, vanilla, blackberry jam, frozen blackberries