Very Berry Cheesecake

Ingredients

• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1 9-inch graham cracker crust
• 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 cup cold water

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar, and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Pour into graham cracker crust.
5. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 minutes.
6. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine strawberries, blueberries, 1/4 cup sugar, cornstarch, and cold water. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened.
7. Cool slightly, then spoon over cheesecake.
8. Refrigerate until chilled.

Interesting Facts

• Cheesecake is believed to have originated in ancient Greece.
• Cheesecake is a popular dessert around the world.
• The combination of cream cheese, sugar, and eggs make cheesecake a uniquely rich and creamy dessert.