Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcake
Indulge in the delightful experience of Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes—a luxurious treat that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the crunchy elegance of caramelized sugar. These enchanting desserts are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a family gathering, celebrating a birthday, or simply enjoying a cozy night in. With fresh vanilla bean enhancing the flavor and a surprisingly simple preparation process, you can create this gourmet dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Transform your dessert game with these luscious cupcakes today!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 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
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 vanilla bean, 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 bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into bottom of each liner to form the crust.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add eggs one at a time. Mix in sour cream, heavy cream, vanilla seeds, and extract until combined.
- Divide batter among liners and bake for 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly. Cool at room temperature then refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Just before serving, sprinkle sugar on top of each cupcake and caramelize with a kitchen torch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (85g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg