Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes
Indulge in the exquisite Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes, a delightful fusion of classic crème brûlée and velvety cheesecake. These elegant treats feature a buttery graham cracker crust that perfectly complements the creamy filling, all crowned with a luscious caramelized sugar topping. Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or special occasions, these cupcakes not only tantalize your taste buds but also make a stunning visual impact. With simple steps and familiar ingredients, even novice bakers can create this showstopper dessert that will impress friends and family alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 vanilla bean (seeds scraped)
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into each liner.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla bean seeds until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well; stir in heavy cream.
- Fill liners with batter until about 3/4 full and bake for 20-25 minutes until just set.
- Cool completely; sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize using a kitchen torch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg