Description

These Juicy Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes are a delightful treat featuring a creamy lemon-flavored cheesecake filling on a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with a luscious homemade blueberry sauce swirl. Perfectly portioned as bite-sized cheesecakes, they offer a refreshing balance of tart lemon and sweet blueberries, ideal for any dessert table or special occasion.

Ingredients

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Blueberry Sauce

1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp cornstarch (or cornflour)
2 tsp water
1 tsp lemon juice
1 cup fresh blueberries

Crust

3 tbsp sugar
3.5 tbsp butter (melted and cooled slightly)
1 cup crushed graham crackers (Nabisco recommended)

Cheesecake Filling

Zest from 1 lemon (finely grated, about 1–2 tsp)
1/4 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1/2 cup sugar (granulated white sugar)
2 large eggs (at room temperature)
16 oz cream cheese (full-fat, softened to room temperature)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Prepare the Blueberry Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook until berries soften and release juices, mashing them as you go. When bubbling, whisk water and cornstarch in a bowl, then add to the pan. Cook 1-2 more minutes, stirring and mashing until thickened. Remove from heat, strain through a fine mesh to remove solids, and set aside to cool.
Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line muffin pans with cupcake liners. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Evenly press the mixture into muffin pan cavities. Bake for 5 minutes, then cool. Keep oven at 325°F.
Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract and mix well. Scrape down sides. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low until just combined after each addition.
Assemble the Cheesecakes: Distribute cheesecake filling evenly in muffin pan cavities. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of blueberry sauce on top of each. Use a toothpick or knife to gently swirl the blueberry sauce into the filling.
Bake and Cool: Bake cheesecakes at 325°F for 17-20 minutes until tops are set. Bake in batches if needed. Remove from oven and cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
Chill and Serve: Remove cooled cheesecakes from pans and place in an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or overnight before serving for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Room temperature eggs and cream cheese ensure a smooth filling.
Using fresh lemon juice gives the best tart flavor.
Swirling the blueberry sauce gently prevents over-mixing and preserves pretty marbling.
Chilling overnight enhances flavor and helps cheesecakes set perfectly.
You can prepare blueberry sauce a day ahead and refrigerate.
Use full-fat cream cheese for rich, creamy texture.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: mini lemon blueberry cheesecakes, lemon cheesecake, blueberry swirl cheesecake, mini cheesecakes, lemon dessert, blueberry sauce, graham cracker crust