Description
Blueberry lime cheesecake cupcakes blend creamy richness with zesty citrus in a delightful dessert that dances between sweet and tangy. Delicate swirls of fresh blueberry compote and lime zest elevate these mini treats, promising pure indulgence with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 lime zest
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325F (163C) and arrange cupcake liners in a muffin tin.
- Create a crisp base by mixing graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, then firmly press into each liner’s bottom.
- Whip cream cheese and sugar together until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Incorporate eggs individually, ensuring thorough integration after each addition.
- Blend sour cream, vanilla, lime zest, and lime juice into the mixture until completely smooth.
- Tenderly introduce fresh blueberries, folding gently to distribute evenly without crushing.
- Carefully distribute batter among liners, filling approximately three-quarters of each cup.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until centers become slightly firm and edges appear set.
- Allow cupcakes to cool naturally at room temperature, then chill in refrigerator for minimum two hours to enhance flavor and texture before serving.
Notes
- Protect graham cracker crust from getting soggy by pressing mixture firmly and evenly into cupcake liners.
- Prevent cheesecake from cracking by avoiding overmixing batter and not overbaking; use gentle folding technique when adding blueberries.
- Room temperature ingredients ensure smoother, creamier cheesecake texture and more consistent mixing.
- Optional swaps include using gluten-free graham crackers for a celiac-friendly version or substituting low-fat cream cheese for a lighter dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 256 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg