Description
If you’re looking for a dessert that screams summer, these Irresistible Blueberry Lime Cheesecake Cupcakes are it. With their buttery vanilla base, tangy lime cheesecake center, and a vibrant blueberry topping, they blend creamy, citrusy, and fruity notes into one perfect bite. This easy recipe is ideal for those in search of unique breakfast ideas, easy dinner desserts, or even healthy snack options (hello, fresh fruit!). A dreamy addition to your dessert ideas lineup, these cupcakes also work wonderfully as an elegant brunch treat or party food idea.
They’re soft, flavorful, and full of contrast: the zest of lime keeps things light while the blueberry glaze adds a naturally sweet finish. A swirl of color, a burst of flavor—this is an easy recipe you’ll want to pin again and again.
Ingredients
Cupcake Batter:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
Lime Cheesecake Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 egg yolk
Zest of 1 lime
1 tbsp lime juice
Blueberry Topping:
1 cup fresh blueberries
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp cornstarch
1 tbsp water
1 tsp lemon juice
Optional Garnish:
Fresh blueberries
Lime zest
Crushed pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth.
- For filling: beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add yolk, lime zest, and juice. Mix well.
- Fill liners halfway with cupcake batter. Spoon cheesecake filling into the center. Cover with a little more batter.
- Bake 18-22 minutes. Cool on a rack.
- For topping: cook blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, water, and lemon juice over medium heat until thickened (5-7 min). Cool.
- Spoon topping over cupcakes. Garnish with zest, berries, and pistachios. Chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert