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Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes

These cupcakes combine the creamy richness of cheesecake with the caramelized sugar crust of crème brûlée, perfect for special gatherings or impressing friends.

  • Total Time: 38-40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 (8-ounce) packages of cream cheese, softened
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/3 cup super fine sugar for caramelizing

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into liners.
  3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract, vanilla bean paste, eggs, sour cream, and salt.
  4. Spoon batter into liners, filling ¾ full. Bake until set.
  5. Cool in tin. Sprinkle super fine sugar on top and caramelize with a torch or broiler.

Notes

These cupcakes are best served with fresh berries or whipped cream. The caramelized sugar adds a delightful crunch.

  • Author: Sophie Lane
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 25
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 60