Description
Delight in these whimsical Forbidden Forest Blackberry Cheesecake Pops, combining a creamy, luscious cheesecake infused with fresh blackberries and a tangy swirl of blackberry jam atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Each bite-sized pop is coated in rich dark chocolate and optionally decorated with sprinkles or crushed nuts, making them perfect for parties or an elegant treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 1 1/4 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup blackberry jam
- 1 cup fresh blackberries, plus extra for garnish
Coating and Decoration
- 24 lollipop sticks or wooden popsicle sticks
- 8 ounces dark chocolate, melted (for coating)
- Optional: sprinkles or crushed nuts for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal.
- Make the Crust: In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
- Beat Cream Cheese and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract and beat until well combined.
- Add Eggs and Sour Cream: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream until the mixture is smooth.
- Layer and Swirl Blackberry Jam: Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the crust. Drop spoonfuls of blackberry jam over this layer, then gently swirl with a knife.
- Add Remaining Cheesecake Mixture: Top with the remaining cream cheese mixture. Gently tap the pan on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
- Add Fresh Blackberries: Scatter the fresh blackberries evenly over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set but still jiggles slightly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door ajar.
- Chill: Once completely cooled, transfer the cheesecake to the refrigerator to chill for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Cut into Pops: Cut the chilled cheesecake into approximately 24 small even squares or rectangles.
- Insert Sticks: Carefully insert a lollipop stick into each square, avoiding piercing through the top.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate using a microwave or double boiler.
- Dip Pops: Dip each cheesecake pop into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
- Decorate and Chill: Before the chocolate sets, decorate with sprinkles or crushed nuts if desired. Place each pop on a lined tray and refrigerate until the chocolate coating is set.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the batter.
- Use fresh blackberries for best flavor and texture.
- Do not overbake the cheesecake; it should still jiggle slightly when done.
- Chilling the cheesecake thoroughly before coating prevents melting of chocolate.
- Customize coatings with white chocolate or different toppings for variety.
