Ingredients
Scale
Before we get started, let’s gather our ingredients. You’ll need:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for the brûlée topping
With these ingredients, you can create a masterpiece that will impress your family and friends. Plus, they’re all easy to find at your local grocery store!
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press mixture into the bottom of each liner and bake for 5 minutes.
- Blend cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth; add brown sugar, eggs, vanilla bean paste, and heavy cream, mixing until creamy.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crusts, filling each liner 3/4 full.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until centers are set; cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Once cool, sprinkle sugar on top and brûlée with a torch or under the broiler until crispy.
Notes
- Ensure cupcakes are completely cool before brûléeing to prevent melting the cheesecake.
- Watch carefully if using a broiler to avoid burning the sugar topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian