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Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes – Decadent Dessert Recipe

Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes – Decadent Dessert Recipe

Description

Hello dessert lovers! Ready to indulge in a treat that’s creamy, crispy, and simply irresistible? These Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes combine the rich, velvety texture of cheesecake with the crispy caramelized top of a crème brûlée. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or just treat yourself, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your dessert rotation!

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup heavy cream

For the Brûlée Topping:

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

Make sure to gather all these ingredients before starting. If you’re following a gluten-free diet, simply replace the graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free alternatives.

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners for easy removal and presentation.
  2. Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of each cupcake liner to create the crust. Bake for about 5 minutes, just until set, then set aside.
  3. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and ½ cup of sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and heavy cream until everything is fully combined and creamy.
  4. Fill and Bake: Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crusts, filling each liner about three-quarters full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the cheesecakes are set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  5. Cool and Chill: Allow the cheesecakes to cool to room temperature, then transfer them to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  6. Create the Brûlée Topping: Once the cheesecakes are chilled, sprinkle about 1 teaspoon of sugar evenly over the top of each one. Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar until it turns golden and forms a crispy layer.

Your Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes are now ready to serve!

Equipment

Notes

  • Room Temperature Ingredients: To achieve a silky-smooth cheesecake filling, make sure your cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature. This helps everything mix together more evenly.
  • No Kitchen Torch? No Problem! If you don’t have a kitchen torch, you can place the cheesecakes under a broiler for a few minutes to caramelize the sugar. Just keep a close eye on them to avoid burning.

Find it online: https://optimalrecipes.com/mini-creme-brulee-cheesecakes-decadent-dessert-recipe/