Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes (Printable Format)
Bite-sized cheesecakes with tangy lemon and juicy blueberry swirl atop graham crust.
# What You Need:
→ Crust
01 - 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Cheesecake Filling
04 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
05 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
10 - 1/4 cup sour cream
→ Blueberry Compote
11 - 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
12 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
13 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
→ Garnish
14 - Fresh blueberries
15 - Additional lemon zest
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
02 - Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Divide evenly among liners, about 1 tablespoon each, pressing firmly to form crust.
03 - Bake crusts for 5 minutes, then let cool slightly.
04 - Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add egg, vanilla, lemon juice, and lemon zest; beat until just combined. Fold in sour cream.
05 - Divide cheesecake batter among crusts.
06 - Heat blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until berries burst, 3-5 minutes. Let cool, then swirl a spoonful on top of each cheesecake before baking.
07 - Bake for 15-17 minutes, until centers are just set. Cool in pan for 30 minutes, then refrigerate at least 1 hour.
08 - Garnish with fresh blueberries and extra lemon zest if desired before serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The individual portions mean everyone gets their own perfect little cake without fighting over slices
- You can make them ahead and they actually taste better after chilling overnight
02 -
- Overbaking causes cracks, so pull them out when the centers still have a slight wobble
- The cheesecakes continue cooking as they cool, so do not wait until they look completely done in the oven
03 -
- Run a thin knife around the edges of the liners after chilling to help release them cleanly
- Room temperature ingredients combine more easily, so plan ahead and set everything out on the counter