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Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes

Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes: Easy Elegant Treats for You

Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes are delightful individual desserts combining creamy cheesecake with a crunchy topping.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs substitute with gluten-free graham crackers for gluten-free version.
  • 4 Tbsp Melted Butter
  • 2 Tbsp Granulated Sugar
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
For the Topping
  • 2 Tbsp Granulated Sugar for caramelized topping

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Hand Mixer
  • kitchen torch

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into muffin cups and bake for 5 minutes.
  3. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add granulated sugar, then add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and heavy cream until smooth.
  4. Spoon filling into crusts, filling about ¾ full. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles.
  5. Cool for 30 minutes, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  6. Sprinkle granulated sugar on top and caramelize with a kitchen torch or broil briefly.
  7. Remove from muffin tin and serve with fresh berries or dessert wine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 8IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth batter. Do not overbake; centers should jiggle to avoid dryness.

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