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Blackberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes Recipe


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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 4 hours
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Blackberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes are a perfect combination of tangy lime, sweet blackberry swirls, and creamy cheesecake, all on a buttery graham cracker crust. With their beautiful marbled effect and refreshing citrus twist, these mini cheesecakes make an easy-to-serve, irresistible dessert.


Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • ½ cup sour cream

For the Blackberry Swirl:

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen blackberries
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp lime juice

For Garnish (Optional):

  • Whipped cream
  • Fresh blackberries
  • Lime zest

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a small bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
  3. Press about 1 tbsp of the mixture into each liner and compact it with a spoon.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Set aside to cool.

2. Make the Blackberry Swirl:

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine blackberries, sugar, and lime juice.
  2. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the berries break down and the mixture thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Remove from heat and let cool.

3. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:

  1. In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each.
  3. Stir in vanilla, lime juice, and lime zest.
  4. Fold in sour cream until fully combined.

4. Assemble the Cupcakes:

  1. Fill each liner almost to the top with cheesecake batter.
  2. Drop about 1 tsp of the blackberry mixture onto each.
  3. Swirl with a toothpick or skewer for a marbled effect.

5. Bake:

  1. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 20-25 minutes, until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  2. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.

6. Garnish & Serve:

  1. Once chilled, top with whipped cream, fresh blackberries, and lime zest.
  2. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Berry Swap: Use raspberries or blueberries instead of blackberries.
  • Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free graham crackers for the crust.
  • Chocolate Crust: Swap graham crackers for crushed chocolate cookies.
  • Dairy-Free: Substitute dairy-free cream cheese and sour cream.
  • Extra Tangy: Add an extra teaspoon of lime zest.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cooling Time: 3+ hours
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American