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Juicy Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes

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Bright and refreshing mini lemon blueberry cheesecakes with a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy citrus filling, and bursts of juicy blueberries in perfectly portioned bites.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18–22 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 10–12 mini cheesecakes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 450g (16 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 3/4 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
  • Optional: whipped cream
  • Optional: extra blueberries for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 160°C (325°F) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of each liner.
  4. In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
  5. Add sugar, egg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing until creamy and fully combined.
  6. Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly over the crusts.
  7. Gently press a few blueberries into each cheesecake.
  8. Bake for 18–22 minutes until centers are just set with a slight jiggle.
  9. Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  10. Serve chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream and extra blueberries.

Notes

  • Do not thaw frozen blueberries before using to avoid excess moisture.
  • Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent cracks.
  • Chill thoroughly for best texture and flavor.
  • Add extra lemon zest for a stronger citrus taste.
  • Can be frozen for up to 2 months and thawed in the refrigerator.
  • Top with blueberry sauce for a decorative finish.

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