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Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes

Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes for an Easy Sweet Treat

Indulge in Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes, a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and a crispy caramel topping.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Substitute with gluten-free graham cracker crumbs for a gluten-free version.
  • 5 tablespoons Melted Butter Ensure it's fully melted for best mixing.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Consider using brown sugar for a caramel note.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese Use full-fat for best results.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature eggs mix better.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Consider using pure vanilla for a robust taste.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
For the Brûlée Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Use coarse sugar for a better crunch.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • kitchen torch

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of each cupcake liner. Bake for 5 minutes and set aside to cool.
  3. Beat cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar together until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then fold in vanilla extract and heavy cream.
  4. Pour cheesecake filling into crust-lined cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Bake for 18-20 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
  5. Allow the cheesecakes to cool to room temperature, then transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours.
  6. Evenly sprinkle coarse sugar over the tops and caramelize using a kitchen torch until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For gluten-free options, use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs and coconut cream.

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