Description
Decadent Blackberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes combine tart lime and sweet blackberry in a creamy cheesecake filling, perfect for both novice and experienced bakers seeking a visually stunning and delicious dessert.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup blackberry jam
Topping
- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Zest of 1 lime (for garnish)
- Extra blackberries and lime zest for topping
Optional Substitutions
- For a gluten-free option, substitute the graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free graham crackers.
- To make this recipe dairy-free, you can use dairy-free cream cheese and coconut cream instead of heavy cream. Keep in mind that the flavor and texture may vary slightly.
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Prepare the crust: In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of each cupcake liner to form a crust.
- Make the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and lime juice.
- Assemble the cupcakes: Spoon a tablespoon of blackberry jam onto each crust, then fill the cupcake liners with the cream cheese mixture.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the center is just set. Let the cupcakes cool completely.
- Prepare the topping: In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the cooled cupcakes.
- Garnish: Top each cupcake with fresh blackberries, extra blackberry jam, and lime zest for garnish.
- Chill: Chill the cupcakes for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure that your cream cheese is softened at room temperature to achieve a smooth and creamy filling. Cold cream cheese can result in a lumpy mixture.
- Chilling Time: Don’t rush the chilling process. Letting the cupcakes chill for at least 2 hours helps set the cheesecake filling and enhances the flavor.
- Zesting Tip: When zesting the lime, be careful not to grate too deeply into the pith, as it can add a bitter taste to your cupcakes.
