Description

Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée, a luxurious dessert that fuses the decadent flavors of cheesecake with the classic elegance of crème brûlée. Perfect for any occasion, these delightful cupcakes feature a smooth cream cheese filling infused with fresh vanilla bean, topped with a crispy caramelized sugar crust that adds an impressive touch to your dessert table. Easy to prepare and make ahead, this recipe is sure to impress your guests while satisfying your sweet tooth.

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
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a small bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into cupcake liners to form the crust.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in sour cream, heavy cream, vanilla bean seeds, and vanilla extract.
Fill lined cups with cheesecake batter and bake for 20–25 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
Cool at room temperature before chilling in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
Just before serving, sprinkle sugar on top of each cupcake and use a kitchen torch to create a crispy caramelized layer.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (80g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for easy mixing. Mix just until combined to prevent excess air from causing cracks during baking. Chill thoroughly for the best texture and flavor melding.