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Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes Recipe

Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes Recipe

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Indulge in the decadent combination of Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée and Cheesecake with these delightful cupcakes. Creamy cheesecake filling on a graham cracker crust, topped with a caramelized sugar crust, these cupcakes are a true delight for your taste buds.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 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

For the Crème Brûlée Topping:

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare the tin: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Make the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into each cupcake liner.
  3. Prepare the filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar, add eggs one at a time. Mix in sour cream, heavy cream, vanilla bean seeds, and vanilla extract.
  4. Fill the liners: Pour the cheesecake batter over the crusts, filling each liner 3/4 full.
  5. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly. Cool completely.
  6. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  7. Caramelize the topping: Sprinkle sugar on each cupcake, caramelize with a kitchen torch until golden. Let cool before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened for a smooth filling.
  • Chill the cupcakes well before caramelizing the sugar for the perfect crunch.

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Keywords: Vanilla Bean, Crème Brûlée, Cheesecake, Cupcakes, Dessert, Baking, Vanilla, Cream Cheese