Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsIL GABBIANOBlue Island Recipe

Blue Island Recipe

Inspired by IL GABBIANO
Time3h 30m
Serves8

Make Blue Island Recipe in just 3h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base

Method

Base

  1. 1

    Prepare the crust

    In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until well combined.

  2. 2

    Form the crust

    Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan evenly to form the crust. Use the back of a measuring cup to press it down firmly.

  3. 3

    Bake the crust

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the crust for about 10 minutes until golden. Remove from oven and let cool.

Filling

  1. 4

    Blend the filling ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Mix until fully combined and creamy.

  2. 5

    Fold in the blueberries

    Gently fold in the blueberries into the cream cheese mixture until evenly distributed.

  3. 6

    Pour into crust

    Pour the filling mixture into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.

  4. 7

    Chill

    Cover the springform pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.

Topping

  1. 8

    Prepare the topping

    Once the filling is set, drizzle the blueberry sauce over the top of the cheesecake, spreading evenly.

  2. 9

    Add whipped cream

    Spoon dollops of whipped cream on top of the blueberry sauce.

  3. 10

    Garnish

    Sprinkle fresh blueberries over the whipped cream for garnish.

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