Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee Cheesecake Cupcakes
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee Cheesecake Cupcakes. This recipe combines the rich and creamy goodness of cheesecake with the satisfying crunch of a caramelized topping, creating a dessert that’s both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for any occasion, these cupcakes are easy to make yet elegant enough to impress your guests. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself on a cozy night in, each bite is sure to leave a lasting impression.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for topping)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake filling)
- 1 large egg (for cheesecake filling)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for cheesecake filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in buttermilk and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mix to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners halfway with batter.
- For the cheesecake filling, blend cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Add egg, flour, and vanilla bean paste; mix until combined.
- Spoon the cheesecake mixture on top of each cupcake batter.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Sprinkle sugar on top of cooled cupcakes and caramelize using a kitchen torch or broiler until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: less than 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg