Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes 🍰🍮
These Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes combine the smooth, creamy texture of cheesecake with the decadent caramelized sugar top of crème brûlée! Perfect for special occasions or when you’re craving something indulgent.
Ingredients:
For the Cupcakes:
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or 1 vanilla bean, scraped)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
For the Crème Brûlée Topping:
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for caramelizing)
Instructions:
For the Cupcakes:
Preheat Oven & Prepare Cupcake Pan:
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners for easy removal.
Make the Cupcake Batter:
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the vanilla extract and vanilla bean paste (or scraped vanilla bean) for a rich, fragrant flavor.
Gradually fold in the flour, mixing until the batter is just combined.
Fill the Cupcake Liners:
Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling them about 2/3 of the way full. This will give them room to rise and bake evenly.
Bake the Cupcakes:
Bake in the preheated oven for about 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let them cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the Crème Brûlée Topping:
Caramelize the Sugar:
Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, sprinkle a thin layer of granulated sugar on top of each cupcake.
Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar until it turns golden brown and crispy. If you don’t have a torch, you can also place them under a broiler for about 2-3 minutes, but keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.
Serve and Enjoy:
Once the caramelized sugar has cooled and hardened, your Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Cheesecake Cupcakes are ready to be served!
Enjoy the delicious combination of creamy cheesecake and crispy caramelized topping with each bite!
These cupcakes are perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a decadent dessert. 😍