Description
Delicious Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes with a rich, creamy filling and a crunchy caramelized sugar topping, perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package cream cheese (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 vanilla bean (seeds scraped)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tbsp sugar (for crust)
- Heavy cream (for topping)
- Granulated sugar (for caramelizing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and sugar. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Incorporate vanilla bean seeds and vanilla extract into the mixture.
- Gently mix in sour cream until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press mixture into the bottom of cupcake liners.
- Pour cheesecake mixture over the crust, filling each liner about ¾ full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow cooling at room temperature for 1 hour, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).
- Sprinkle a thin layer of sugar on top and caramelize using a kitchen torch or under broiler.
- Let cool before serving. Garnish with fresh berries or chocolate sauce.
Notes
Be careful not to overbake as this can lead to dryness. Always use real vanilla for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, vanilla, cupcakes, crème brûlée, family recipe