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Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes

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Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes bring together the best of two beloved desserts: creamy cheesecake and the delicate crunch of caramelized sugar from crème brûlée. These bite-sized treats feature a buttery graham cracker crust, a velvety cheesecake filling, and a perfect caramelized sugar top. They are ideal for parties, celebrations, or simply treating yourself to an indulgent dessert!

Ingredients

  • 200 g graham crackers (crushed)
  • 60 g melted butter
  • 400 g cream cheese (softened)
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 240 ml heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar (for topping)
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix the crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of muffin tin liners to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  • Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract. Gradually add the heavy cream and mix until smooth.
  • Fill the Cups: Spoon the cheesecake mixture into the cooled crusts, filling each cup nearly to the top. Bake for 18-20 minutes until the centers are set but slightly jiggly. Let cool for 10 minutes in the oven with the door open, then transfer to the fridge and chill for at least 3 hours (overnight is ideal).
  • Caramelize the Sugar: Once chilled, sprinkle a thin layer of brown sugar on top of each cheesecake. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden, or broil under a high heat for 2-3 minutes, carefully watching to prevent burning.
  • Serve: Once the sugar topping is crispy, serve your mini crème brûlée cheesecakes!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, try adding lemon or orange zest to the filling.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute graham crackers with gluten-free cookies.
  • To make this dessert dairy-free, use dairy-free cream cheese and coconut cream.

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