Description
These Blueberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes are a refreshing and decadent treat that combines the tang of lime with the sweetness of blueberry preserves, all in a cute, individual-sized serving. With a buttery crust, creamy lime-infused filling, and a swirl of purple-tinted cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are perfect for any special occasion, casual snack, or as a fun way to enjoy cheesecake. The balance of flavors makes them a crowd favorite every time!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
For the Topping:
- 1 cup blueberry preserves
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup purple-tinted cream cheese frosting
- Lime slices and zest for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners to prepare for the crust. - Prepare the Crust:
In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, softened butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture forms a soft dough. Press about 1 tablespoon of dough evenly into the bottom of each muffin cup. Bake for 10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Allow to cool completely. - Make the Cheesecake Filling:
In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, lime zest, and lime juice until smooth and creamy. - Assemble the Cupcakes:
Once the crusts are cool, spoon a layer of blueberry preserves over the crust in each muffin cup. Then, pipe or spoon the cheesecake mixture over the blueberry layer, filling each cup nearly to the top. - Add More Blueberry Preserves:
Spoon the remaining blueberry preserves over the cream cheese mixture for an extra burst of blueberry flavor. - Top with Frosting:
Swirl the purple-tinted cream cheese frosting on top of each cupcake. - Garnish and Refrigerate:
Garnish each cupcake with fresh blueberries, lime slices, and lime zest for a burst of color and flavor. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- If you prefer more lime flavor, you can add extra lime zest or juice to the cream cheese mixture.
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more powdered sugar to the filling, depending on your taste preferences.
- The purple-tinted frosting can be made by adding a few drops of food coloring to the cream cheese frosting.
- For an added texture, you can sprinkle some crushed graham crackers over the top before adding the frosting.
- Make sure to let the cupcakes cool fully before adding the cream cheese filling to prevent it from melting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Holiday Treat
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg