Step 1: Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.

In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.

Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan, packing it tightly to prevent crumbling. Chill the crust in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

Bloom the Gelatin: Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of gelatin powder over ¼ cup of cold water in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes to bloom.

In a small saucepan, gently heat the bloomed gelatin, stirring continuously until it dissolves. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract together using a hand mixer or stand mixer until smooth and creamy.

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to maintain the fluffiness.

Slowly stir in the cooled gelatin mixture until well combined.

Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the filling to set.

Step 3: Prepare the Blackberry Puree Layer

In a blender, combine the fresh blackberries and granulated sugar. Blend until smooth.

Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds, resulting in a smooth blackberry puree.

Bloom the Gelatin for the Puree: Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of gelatin powder over ¼ cup of water in a small bowl and let it sit for 5-10 minutes.

Heat the bloomed gelatin in a small saucepan over low heat until dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Mix the cooled gelatin into the blackberry puree. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.

Carefully pour the blackberry mixture over the cheesecake layer, spreading it evenly.

Step 4: Chill and Set

Return the cheesecake to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until fully set.

Step 5: Decorate and Serve

Once the cheesecake is set, remove it from the springform pan by running a knife along the edges and gently releasing the latch.

Transfer the cheesecake to a serving platter.

Decorate the top with fresh blackberries for added color and texture.

For clean slices, dip a sharp knife into warm water before each cut, wiping it clean between slices.

Serve chilled, with optional whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.