Blueberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes
Delight in these Blueberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes, featuring a creamy, tangy filling and a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with a luscious blueberry sauce.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter Melted
For the cheesecake filling
- 16 oz softened cream cheese Should be at room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs Large and golden
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 zest lime
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup sour cream
For the blueberry topping
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries Thawed if frozen
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- splash lemon juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and melted unsalted butter. Mix well and spoon evenly into each cupcake liner to form a sturdy crust.
- Bake the crusts for 5-7 minutes until lightly golden, and then set aside to cool.
Making the Cheesecake Filling
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar using a hand mixer until smooth.
- Add in eggs one at a time, mixing gently in between, followed by vanilla extract, lime zest, and lime juice.
- Gently fold in sour cream until well combined.
Baking
- Spoon the cheesecake mixture into each cooled crust, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until the centers are set but slightly jiggly in the middle. Allow to cool completely in the tin before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
Making the Blueberry Topping
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, 2 tbsp of sugar, and a splash of lemon juice. Cook for 5-7 minutes, gently breaking down the berries to release their juice.
Serving
- Top each cheesecake cupcake with the blueberry sauce just before serving.
Notes
Use Greek yogurt for a lighter filling. You can substitute honey or agave syrup for sugar. Store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Freeze well if wrapped properly.