Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes (Printable)
Tangy lemon and sweet blueberry individual cheesecakes on graham cracker crusts
# What You'll Need:
→ Crust
01 - 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
02 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
03 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
→ Cheesecake Filling
04 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
05 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
08 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 tsp lemon zest
10 - 1/4 cup sour cream
→ Blueberry Compote
11 - 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
12 - 1 tbsp granulated sugar
13 - 1 tsp lemon juice
→ Garnish
14 - Fresh blueberries
15 - Additional lemon zest
# 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. 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 in small saucepan over medium heat until berries burst, 3-5 minutes. Let cool slightly.
07 - Swirl a spoonful of compote on top of each cheesecake. Bake for 15-17 minutes until centers are just set.
08 - Cool in pan for 30 minutes, then refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
09 - Top with fresh blueberries and extra lemon zest if desired. Serve chilled.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Individual portions mean everyone gets their own perfect little cake without fighting over slices
- The tart lemon and sweet blueberry combo hits that magical sweet spot between refreshing and indulgent
02 -
- Overbaking is the number one way to ruin cheesecakes. Pull them when the centers still jiggle slightly like gelatin, not when they are firm.
- Room temperature ingredients are not optional here. Cold cream cheese and eggs create lumps that never fully disappear.
03 -
- Use a cookie scoop to distribute the filling evenly. This ensures every cheesecake bakes at the same rate.
- If the tops crack, do not panic. The compote and fresh berries hide everything, and nobody will know.