Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Juicy Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes, a delightful dessert that’s perfect for summer gatherings. These mini cheesecakes feature a creamy filling enhanced with zesty lemon and sweet blueberries, all nestled in a crunchy graham cracker crust. Ideal for outdoor parties or backyard barbecues, these individual treats are not only visually appealing but also easy to serve. Best of all, they can be prepared ahead of time, letting you enjoy your event without stress. With their vibrant flavors and light texture, these cheesecakes are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon cornflour
- 2 teaspoons water
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 3 tablespoons white sugar
- 3 1/2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest from 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
Instructions
- Prepare the blueberry topping by simmering blueberries with sugar, lemon juice, cornflour, and water until thickened. Let cool.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Combine crushed graham crackers with sugar and melted butter; press into muffin tin cups to form crusts.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then mix in lemon juice, zest, vanilla extract, and eggs until combined.
- Pour cheesecake filling over crusts and bake for about 22 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours.
- Top with blueberry mixture before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 165mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For extra flavor variations, try adding other fruits like raspberries or strawberries. If using frozen blueberries, thaw and drain them before cooking to avoid excess moisture.