Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup whipped cream
- Ice
Special Equipment Needed:
- Shave ice machine
- Blender
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat until the blueberries have burst and the mixture has thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
2. In a blender, combine cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, milk, and heavy cream. Blend until smooth.
3. Add graham cracker crumbs to the blender and blend until combined.
4. Shave ice using the shave ice machine and place it in a bowl.
5. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the shaved ice.
6. Drizzle the blueberry sauce over the cream cheese mixture.
7. Top with whipped cream and additional graham cracker crumbs.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Room temperature
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 290
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Frozen blueberries can be used instead of fresh blueberries.
- Low-fat cream cheese can be used instead of regular cream cheese.
- Evaporated milk can be used instead of heavy cream.
Variations:
- Strawberry Cheesecake Shave Ice: Substitute fresh strawberries for blueberries.
- Chocolate Cheesecake Shave Ice: Add 1/4 cup cocoa powder to the cream cheese mixture.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the blueberry sauce has cooled before pouring it over the cream cheese mixture.
- Use a fork to mix the cream cheese mixture and graham cracker crumbs together.
- If the shave ice is too hard, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before adding the cream cheese mixture.
Storage Instructions:
- Store any leftover blueberry sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Store any leftover cream cheese mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
- None needed.
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve in a clear glass bowl to show off the layers.
- Garnish with fresh blueberries and a sprig of mint.
Garnishes:
- Fresh blueberries
- Mint
Pairings:
- None needed.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- None needed.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the blueberry sauce is too thick, add more water to thin it out.
- If the cream cheese mixture is too thick, add more milk to thin it out.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to wash the blueberries before using them.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Food History:
- Shave ice originated in Japan in the 7th century.
Flavor Profiles:
- Sweet, tangy, and creamy.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as a refreshing dessert on a hot summer day.
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