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Juicy Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes

Juicy Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes
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Juicy Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes are the ultimate summer dessert, combining the refreshing tang of lemon with the sweetness of ripe blueberries. These delightful bite-sized treats feature a creamy cheesecake filling nestled on a crunchy graham cracker crust, making them perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Each mini cheesecake offers a burst of flavor that encapsulates the essence of sunny days, ensuring smiles all around. Easy to prepare and beautiful to present, they’re sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornflour
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 1 cup crushed graham crackers
  • 3 tablespoons white sugar (for crust)
  • 3.5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup white sugar (for filling)
  • 0.25 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Zest from 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a saucepan, combine blueberries, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice; cook over medium heat until bubbling.
  3. Mix cornflour with water; add to blueberry mixture and stir until thickened. Set aside to cool.
  4. Combine crushed graham crackers, remaining sugar, and melted butter; press into muffin tins to form crusts.
  5. Bake crusts for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Beat cream cheese with half a cup of sugar until smooth; add lemon juice, zest, vanilla, and eggs one at a time until well blended.
  7. Pour filling over cooled crusts and bake for another 20-22 minutes until edges are set but centers remain slightly jiggly.
  8. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack; refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
  9. Top each cheesecake with blueberry sauce before serving.

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