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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, softened butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture forms a soft dough.
- 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.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, lime zest, and lime juice until smooth and creamy.
- Spoon a layer of blueberry preserves over the cooled crust in each cup.
- Pipe the cream cheese mixture over the blueberry layer, filling each cup nearly to the top.
- Spoon remaining blueberry preserves over cream cheese mixture.
- Top with a swirl of purple-tinted cream cheese frosting.
- Garnish with fresh blueberries, lime slices, and lime zest.
- 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.