🍋 WOULD YOU EAT THESE DELIGHTFUL Lemon Blueberry Mini Cheesecakes 🫐?

"Perfect for your next family gathering or a sweet treat to brighten up your workday!"

🫐 Ingredients 🫐
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tbsp. granulated sugar
- 2 tsp. warm water
- 1 tsp. cornstarch
- 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz. full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp. lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Start by preheating your oven to 350F (175C) and line a 12-count muffin pan with paper liners, adding an additional 6 liners in a second pan for a total of 18 mini cheesecakes.
2. For the blueberry sauce, whisk water and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth. In a saucepan over medium heat, mix blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice, cooking for about 3 minutes. Add the cornstarch mixture, cook for another 2-3 minutes while mashing some blueberries slightly until the sauce thickens. Let it cool.
3. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar for the crust, pressing about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into each liner. Pre-bake these crusts for 6-7 minutes, then set aside to cool slightly.
4. For the filling, beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy, then mix in sour cream. Add eggs one at a time, followed by lemon juice, zest, and vanilla, mixing just until incorporated.
5. Fill each crust with the cheesecake mixture, then top each with about 2 teaspoons of blueberry sauce, swirling it into the filling with a toothpick.
6. Bake the cheesecakes for 20-23 minutes until the centers are just set. Allow to cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 275 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Proteins: 4g
- Fats: 19g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For a lighter version, substitute full-fat cream cheese with a reduced-fat option.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature to achieve a smoother filling.
- Chill the cheesecakes overnight for optimal firmness and flavor.

⏳ Preparation time 🍰
Preparation time: 35 minutes | Cooking time: 23 minutes | Serving: 18 cheesecakes

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