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Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes

Decadent Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes to Impress

These Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes feature a rich filling inside a graham cracker crust, merging classic cheesecake with a crème brûlée twist.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs or use crushed cookies like digestive biscuits for unique flavor
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened; use dairy-free for a dairy-free version
  • 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar or suitable sugar substitute for lower sugar option
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Bean Seeds/Extract or pure vanilla extract
  • 2 Eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream or non-dairy heavy cream for dairy-free alternative
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar for caramelizing on top

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 12-cup muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Kitchen torch

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted unsalted butter until resembling wet sand, then press firmly into the bottom of each cupcake liner.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then blend in heavy cream until fully combined.
  5. Divide the cheesecake batter among the cupcake liners, filling each about ¾ full, and tap gently to eliminate air bubbles.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, until set but slightly jiggles when shaken.
  7. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. Before serving, sprinkle an even layer of granulated sugar on top and caramelize using a kitchen torch until golden brown and crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure the eggs are at room temperature before mixing. Chilling the cupcakes for at least 4 hours enhances flavor and texture.

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