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National Blueberry Cheesecake Day

Food · May 26

A day for blueberry cheesecake, the creamy, tangy dessert with a crumb crust and a glossy layer of blueberries on top.

National Blueberry Cheesecake Day falls on Wednesday, May 26, 2027. That is 211 days away.

Blueberry cheesecake starts with a pressed crumb crust, usually made from graham crackers and butter. On top sits a dense, creamy filling of cream cheese, sugar and eggs, baked slowly until it just sets. The blueberries arrive last, most often as a spooned topping cooked down with sugar until it turns thick and glossy.

The pleasure is in the contrast. The filling is rich and a little tangy, the crust is crisp and sweet, and the berries bring a bright, slightly tart note that keeps each bite from feeling heavy. Some bakers swirl the fruit right into the batter instead, which gives the slice purple streaks rather than a neat dark cap.

People mark the day the obvious way, with a slice. Some bake one at home, which takes patience, since cheesecake needs hours in the refrigerator before it slices cleanly. Others find one at a diner or bakery counter, where it tends to sit in the case looking very sure of itself.

Fresh berries and frozen berries both work for the topping. Frozen ones break down quickly in the pan and release plenty of juice, so they cook into a sauce faster. Fresh ones can be folded in at the end to keep some whole berries in the mix, which gives the top a little texture and a few bursts of fruit.

Ways to celebrate

• Bake a blueberry cheesecake and let it chill overnight before slicing.
• Try swirling blueberry sauce into the batter instead of topping it.
• Share a slice with a neighbor or coworker.
• Look for blueberry cheesecake at a local bakery or diner.
• Make a quick no-bake version in small jars.

Dates

All national days on May 26

Also on May 26

• National Cherry Dessert Day
• National Paper Airplane Day
• Sally Ride Day

Categories: Food days