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Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes

Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes That Will Brighten Your Day

Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes are a delightful treat that captures the essence of summer with refreshing lemon and sweet blueberries.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese full-fat for best texture
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar avoid substitutes for consistent results
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice fresh juice for optimal flavor
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest fresh zest key for aroma
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract opt for pure extract
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature to prevent cracks
For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs creates crumbly crust
  • 5 tbsp Butter use unsalted for control over saltiness
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Fresh Blueberries primary topping
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch thickens blueberry sauce

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • muffin pan
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine fresh blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Gently mash the blueberries with a fork for about 5 minutes. Once bubbling, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with water, add it to the mixture, and cook until thickened (about 2-3 minutes). Strain the sauce to remove skins and set aside to cool completely.
  2. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until moistened. Evenly distribute the mixture into a muffin pan lined with cupcake liners and press down firmly. Bake for about 5 minutes until the crust feels set, then allow to cool completely.
  4. In a large bowl, beat together room temperature cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Gradually blend in fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Beat in eggs one at a time until just combined without overmixing.
  5. Spoon the cheesecake mixture into the cooled crusts, filling each about three-quarters full. Add a dollop of the cooled blueberry sauce on top and swirl with a toothpick or knife.
  6. Bake for 17-20 minutes until the edges are set with a slight jiggle in the center.
  7. Let the mini cheesecakes cool at room temperature for about 1 hour. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3-4 hours or overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Always use room temperature ingredients to avoid cracks, avoid opening the oven while baking, and use fresh ingredients for best flavor.

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