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Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee Cheesecake Cupcakes

Heavenly Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee Cheesecake Cupcakes

Indulge in these delightful Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee Cheesecake Cupcakes, a fusion of cheesecake and traditional crème brûlée flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Bean Paste or Vanilla Beans Enhances flavor intensity
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese (softened) Can substitute with reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Consider a lower-fat or dairy-free option
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Integral for caramelizing the topping
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Try using chocolate cookie crumbs for different flavor
  • 3 large Eggs Essential for binding
For the Caramel Topping
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Extra sugar for caramelizing the topping

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • cupcake tin
  • Paper Liners
  • wire rack
  • kitchen torch

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (162°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add granulated sugar.
  3. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Blend in the heavy cream and vanilla bean paste until fully incorporated.
  5. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and divide evenly among cupcake liners.
  6. Fill the cupcake liners with cheesecake batter about three-quarters full.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until set around the edges and slightly jiggly in the center.
  8. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Chill for at least 2 hours.
  9. Before serving, sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize with a kitchen torch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Keep an eye on bake time to avoid dryness. Cool completely before refrigerating.

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