Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes
Indulge in the luxurious delight of Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes, a perfect fusion of creamy cheesecake and a crisp caramelized topping. These elegant mini desserts are surprisingly easy to prepare, making them an excellent choice for any occasion—from cozy dinners at home to festive gatherings with friends. The combination of rich vanilla flavor and a satisfying crunch will leave your guests enchanted and asking for seconds. With their beautiful presentation and delectable taste, these cupcakes are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Seeds from 1 vanilla bean
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press into each liner.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in sour cream, heavy cream, vanilla bean seeds, and vanilla extract until fully blended.
- Divide batter among liners and bake for 20–25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
- Before serving, sprinkle sugar on top of each cupcake and caramelize with a kitchen torch until golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (80g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg