Blackberry Cheesecake Cupcakes (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs.
02 - ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted.
03 - 2 cups cream cheese, softened.
04 - ¾ cup granulated sugar.
05 - 2 large eggs.
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
07 - ¼ cup sour cream.
08 - 1 cup fresh blackberries.
09 - 2 tablespoons blackberry jam.
10 - For the compote:.
11 - 1 cup fresh blackberries.
12 - ¼ cup granulated sugar.
13 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
14 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch.
15 - 1 tablespoon cold water.

# Instructions:

01 - Heat oven to 325°F. Line cupcake pan with paper liners.
02 - Mix graham crumbs with melted butter. Press into cupcake liners.
03 - Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
05 - Stir in vanilla and sour cream.
06 - Fold in blackberries and jam gently.
07 - Fill liners with mixture. Bake 20-22 minutes until set but slightly jiggly.
08 - For compote: Cook berries, sugar, and lemon juice until berries break down.
09 - Mix cornstarch with cold water, add to berries. Cook until thickened.
10 - Cool cupcakes completely. Top with cooled compote and fresh berries.

# Notes:

01 - Mini cheesecakes perfect for parties or special occasions.
02 - The fresh blackberries and homemade compote add a wonderful tangy flavor to the creamy cheesecake base.