Description
These Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes combine a buttery graham cracker crust with a creamy strawberry-infused cheesecake filling, topped with a fresh strawberry compote.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 2 tbsp strawberry jam
- For the Strawberry Compote:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 1 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- Mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of each cupcake liner to form a crust.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream until well combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped fresh strawberries and strawberry jam, being careful not to overmix.
- Fill each cupcake liner with the cheesecake mixture nearly to the top.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until the centers are set.
- While baking, prepare the compote: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook until strawberries soften and release juice.
- Add the cornstarch mixture and stir continuously until the compote thickens. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Allow the baked cupcakes to cool completely, then top each with strawberry compote and additional fresh strawberries if desired.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smoother filling.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding strawberries to avoid a watery texture.
- Store cupcakes in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use a piping bag or spoon to add compote neatly on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
