Blueberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes

Introduction

Blueberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes

Indulge in the refreshing and delightful flavors of blueberry and lime with these decadent cheesecake cupcakes. Each cupcake boasts a buttery crust, a smooth cream cheese filling, and a rich blueberry layer, all topped with a hint of purple-tinted frosting. Perfect for any celebration or simply as a sweet treat, these cupcakes are sure to impress!

Detailed Ingredients with measures

All-purpose flour

1 1/2 cups

Unsalted butter

1/2 cup, softened

Granulated sugar

1/4 cup

Vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon

Cream cheese

8 oz, softened

Powdered sugar

1/4 cup

Lime zest

1 teaspoon

Lime juice

1 tablespoon

Blueberry preserves

1 cup

Fresh blueberries

1 cup

Purple-tinted cream cheese frosting

1/2 cup

Lime slices and zest

for garnish

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time, Total Time, Yield

Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 12 cupcakes

To create these scrumptious Blueberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes, follow these simple steps that lead you to a flavorful treat that will have everyone coming back for more! Enjoy the blend of tangy lime and sweet blueberries in every bite.

Blueberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 cup blueberry preserves
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1/2 cup purple-tinted cream cheese frosting
• Lime slices and zest for garnish

Detailed Directions and Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.

Step 2: Prepare the Crust

In a bowl, mix together the flour, softened butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture forms a soft dough.

Step 3: Bake the Crust

Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared muffin tin, about 1 tablespoon per cup. Bake for 10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Allow to cool.

Step 4: Make Cream Cheese Filling

In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, lime zest, and lime juice until smooth and creamy.

Step 5: Assemble the Cupcakes

Spoon a layer of blueberry preserves over the cooled crust in each cup.

Step 6: Pipe Cream Cheese Mixture

Pipe the cream cheese mixture over the blueberry layer, filling each cup nearly to the top. Spoon remaining blueberry preserves over cream cheese mixture.

Step 7: Add Frosting

Top with a swirl of purple-tinted cream cheese frosting.

Step 8: Garnish

Garnish with fresh blueberries, lime slices, and lime zest.

Step 9: Refrigerate

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Kcal: 210 kcal per cupcake | Servings: 12 cupcakes

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon lime zest

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 cup blueberry preserves

1 cup fresh blueberries

1/2 cup purple-tinted cream cheese frosting

Lime slices and zest for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.

2. In a bowl, mix together the flour, softened butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture forms a soft dough.

3. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared muffin tin, about 1 tablespoon per cup. Bake for 10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Allow to cool.

4. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, lime zest, and lime juice until smooth and creamy.

5. Spoon a layer of blueberry preserves over the cooled crust in each cup.

6. Pipe the cream cheese mixture over the blueberry layer, filling each cup nearly to the top. Spoon remaining blueberry preserves over cream cheese mixture.

7. Top with a swirl of purple-tinted cream cheese frosting.

8. Garnish with fresh blueberries, lime slices, and lime zest.

9. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Cook techniques

Preparation

Mixing

Baking

Cooling

Piping

FAQ

What is the total time to prepare these cupcakes?

20 minutes prep time and 10 minutes cooking time, totaling 30 minutes.

How many servings does this recipe yield?

This recipe makes 12 cupcakes.

What is the calorie count per cupcake?

Each cupcake contains approximately 210 kcal.

Can I use frozen blueberries instead of fresh ones?

Yes, you can use frozen blueberries, but be sure to thaw and drain them before use.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 cup blueberry preserves
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1/2 cup purple-tinted cream cheese frosting
• Lime slices and zest for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a bowl, mix together the flour, softened butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture forms a soft dough.
3. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared muffin tin, about 1 tablespoon per cup. Bake for 10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Allow to cool.
4. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, lime zest, and lime juice until smooth and creamy.
5. Spoon a layer of blueberry preserves over the cooled crust in each cup.
6. Pipe the cream cheese mixture over the blueberry layer, filling each cup nearly to the top.
7. Spoon remaining blueberry preserves over cream cheese mixture.
8. Top with a swirl of purple-tinted cream cheese frosting.
9. Garnish with fresh blueberries, lime slices, and lime zest.
10. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion

Blueberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines the tartness of lime and the sweetness of blueberries with a creamy cheesecake texture. Perfect for any occasion, these cupcakes will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.

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