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Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes

Deliciously creamy cheesecake cupcakes infused with vanilla bean and topped with a caramelized sugar crust.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Base
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Crème Brûlée Topping
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar for caramelizing
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste

Method
 

Prepare the Cupcake Base
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and sour cream, mixing until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the flour and mix until just incorporated.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each liner about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the centers are set and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool completely before adding the topping.
Add the Crème Brûlée Topping
  1. In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar with the vanilla bean paste.
  2. Sprinkle a thin layer of the sugar mixture over each cooled cupcake.
  3. Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar until it forms a crispy crust.
  4. Let the cupcakes sit for a few minutes to allow the sugar to harden before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh vanilla beans for the topping.

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