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Blackberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes

Blackberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes for a Sweet Summer Treat

Delightful Blackberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes marry the tartness of lime with the sweetness of blackberries, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs substitute with gluten-free graham crackers for gluten-free version
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese substitute with dairy-free cream cheese for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar can be replaced with honey or agave syrup
  • 2 large Eggs no substitutions recommended for best results
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract optional
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice lemon juice can be used as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Blackberry Jam consider using natural fruit preserves for lower-sugar option
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Blackberries substitute with raspberries or blueberries if preferred
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream coconut cream can be a dairy-free substitute
  • to taste Lime Zest use additional blackberries and lime zest for decoration

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Hand Mixer
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, press into the cupcake liners, and bake for 8-10 minutes.
  3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, add eggs one at a time, and mix in vanilla, lime juice, and blackberry jam.
  4. Divide the cheesecake filling among the crusts, bake for 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly.
  5. Cool cupcakes in the tin for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form and spread over cooled cupcakes.
  7. Garnish with fresh blackberries, blackberry jam, and lime zest, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for a smooth filling. Avoid overmixing once eggs are added to prevent density in cupcakes. Chill for ideal flavor melding.

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