Description
Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes are delightful bite-sized desserts that perfectly blend creamy cheesecake with a caramelized sugar topping, ensuring an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Graham cracker crumbs
- Unsalted butter
- Cream cheese
- Sour cream
- Granulated sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Eggs
- Sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until crumbly, then press into cupcake liners in a muffin tin.
- Bake the crusts for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden; cool completely.
- In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then mix in sour cream and vanilla extract.
- Beat in eggs one at a time on low speed; do not overmix.
- Pour filling into cooled crusts, leaving space for expansion. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are firm but center jiggles slightly.
- Cool completely and refrigerate. Before serving, sprinkle sugar on top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Swap vanilla extract for almond or add fruit puree for flavor variations. - Top with fresh berries or whipped cream for an elegant presentation.