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  • Author: Camila Rose
  • Total Time: 4.5 hours (including chilling)
  • Yield: 12 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Decadent, creamy, and irresistibly crisp on top, these Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes combine the best of two classic desserts. With a rich cheesecake base and a caramelized sugar topping, they’re perfect for parties, holidays, or whenever you’re craving an elegant treat.


Ingredients

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1. For the Crust:

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 3 tbsp melted butter

2. For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • Zest of ½ lemon (optional)

3. For the Brûlée Topping:

  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Make the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into liners and bake for 5 minutes. Let cool.
  3. Prepare the cheesecake batter: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, cream, and lemon zest.
  4. Fill and bake: Pour batter over the crusts, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 18-20 minutes until the edges are set but centers are slightly jiggly.
  5. Cool and chill: Let cheesecakes cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours (preferably overnight).
  6. Brûlée the topping: Sprinkle sugar on top of each cheesecake and caramelize with a torch or under the broiler. Let set before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, use room temperature ingredients.
  • If you don’t have a kitchen torch, use the broiler method carefully.
  • Cheesecakes can be made up to 3 days in advance and brûléed before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French-American fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg