Description
Indulge in the luxurious blend of creamy cheesecake and crisp caramelized sugar with these Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes. This easy recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser — combining elegance and comfort in one delightful bite. Perfect for quick breakfast treats, easy dinner party desserts, or healthy snack alternatives when portioned smartly, these cupcakes are ideal for anyone looking for delicious breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, or general food ideas. Whether you’re baking for guests or treating yourself, this easy recipe delivers unforgettable flavor and texture.
Ingredients
225g cream cheese
100g granulated sugar
2 large eggs
60g sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
50g unsalted butter, melted
100g graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)
extra granulated sugar for caramelizing tops
powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar. Press a tablespoon into each liner to form the crust. Bake for 5–7 minutes and let cool.
3. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar gradually and beat until combined. Add eggs one at a time on low speed.
4. Mix in sour cream, vanilla bean paste, and heavy cream if using. Stir until smooth and creamy.
5. Fill each cupcake liner with cheesecake mixture almost to the top. Tap pan gently to remove air bubbles.
6. Bake for 18–22 minutes until centers are set but slightly jiggly. Cool in pan, then chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
7. Before serving, sprinkle tops with a thin layer of sugar and caramelize using a kitchen torch. Let cool for a minute to harden.
8. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or top with whipped cream. Serve chilled.
Notes
Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture.
Make sure to chill thoroughly before torching to avoid melting.
Use a kitchen torch for best caramelized sugar results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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