Description
Indulge in the delightful decadence of Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes, where creamy cheesecake meets a perfectly caramelized sugar top. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself. With their impressive presentation and easy preparation, these mini desserts will quickly become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. Each cheesecake features a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth filling made from cream cheese and vanilla, and a crunchy burnt sugar topping that adds an irresistible contrast. Serve them chilled and topped with fresh berries or whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar (plus more for caramelizing)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of each liner to form the crust and bake for 5 minutes.
- Beat together cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and heavy cream; mix until combined.
- Pour cheesecake batter over crusts, filling each about three-quarters full. Bake for 18-20 minutes until set but slightly wobbly in the center.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Sprinkle sugar on top of each cheesecake and use a kitchen torch to caramelize.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake (50g)
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg