Experience the bliss of Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes, where creamy cheesecake meets sweet strawberry compote in a delightful single-serving form. Perfect for gatherings or as a treat to sweeten your day, these cupcakes are sure to impress with their gorgeous presentation and irresistible taste.
Prep Time30 minutesmins
Cook Time22 minutesmins
Total Time52 minutesmins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 12servings
Calories: 280kcal
Equipment
Cupcake Pan
Mixing Bowl
Saucepan
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes
1.5cupsGraham cracker crumbs
0.25cupUnsalted butter, melted
2cupsCream cheese, softened
0.75cupGranulated sugar
2largeEggs
1teaspoonVanilla extract
0.25cupSour cream
1cupFresh strawberries, chopped
2tablespoonsStrawberry jam
For the Strawberry Compote
1cupFresh strawberries, chopped
0.25cupGranulated sugar
1tablespoonLemon juice
1teaspoonCornstarch dissolved in cold waterDissolve in 1 tablespoon of cold water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners to ready it for the batter.
In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until well mixed. Press this mixture into the bottom of each cupcake liner to form a crust.
In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream. Fold in the chopped strawberries and strawberry jam gently.
Spoon the cheesecake filling over the crust in each cupcake liner. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes, or until the centers are set but still slightly jiggly.
While the cupcakes bake, prepare the compote. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook until the strawberries have broken down and the mixture is syrupy. Add the cornstarch mixture, stirring continuously, until the compote thickens.
Allow the cupcakes to cool completely in the pan. Top each cooled cupcake with a generous spoonful of the thickened strawberry compote.
Optionally, garnish each cupcake with a fresh strawberry slice or whole berry for an extra touch of elegance. Serve the cupcakes chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
These cupcakes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.