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Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes

Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes for a Refreshing Summer Treat

Juicy Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes are a delightful and refreshing summer dessert, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling 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 Full-Fat Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbl Lemon Zest
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature
For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Blueberries (Fresh or Frozen) Fresh preferred
  • 1 tbl Cornstarch

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Step 1: Prepare Blueberry Sauce by simmering blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice for 5-7 minutes. Thicken with cornstarch mixed in water, then strain and cool.
  2. Step 2: Preheat oven to 325°F. Line muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  3. Step 3: Make crust by combining graham cracker crumbs and sugar with melted butter. Press into cupcake liners and bake for 5 minutes. Let cool.
  4. Step 4: In a bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add lemon juice, zest, vanilla, and eggs gradually. Mix on low speed.
  5. Step 5: Pour filling into crusts and top with blueberry sauce. Swirl lightly.
  6. Step 6: Bake for 17-20 minutes until edges are set. Cool in oven for 1 hour.
  7. Step 7: Cool at room temperature, then chill for at least 3-4 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

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