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Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes

Delicious crème brûlée cheesecake cupcakes with a rich vanilla flavor and a crispy caramelized sugar topping, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, French
Servings 12 cupcakes
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cheesecake Filling

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for topping) Balances the creaminess of the cheesecake.
  • 2 large eggs Helps bind the batter and adds richness.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Adds richness and fluffiness.
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract For best flavor, use real vanilla extract.

Graham Cracker Crust

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs Crushed finely for the crust.
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter To bind and flavor the crust.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • Line a muffin tin with 12 cupcake liners.
  • In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom of each liner.
  • Bake the crust for 5 minutes, then set aside.

Making the Cheesecake Batter

  • In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
  • Add the eggs, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.

Baking

  • Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust in the liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  • Bake for 18–20 minutes until the centers are just set.
  • Let the cupcakes cool in the pan completely, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.

Caramelizing the Sugar

  • Sprinkle a thin layer of granulated sugar on top of each cupcake.
  • Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden brown. Alternatively, broil them briefly in the oven, but watch closely.

Serving

  • Serve the cupcakes immediately after caramelizing the sugar.

Notes

Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for the smooth batter. Optionally add a pinch of sea salt on top after caramelizing for a sweet-and-salty contrast.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g
Keyword Baking, Cheesecake, Crème Brûlée, Cupcakes, Dessert Recipe
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