Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee Cheesecake Cupcakes, where the elegance of classic desserts meets the fun of cupcakes. Each bite offers a moist vanilla cupcake topped with a rich cream cheese filling, finished with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust. These treats are not only visually stunning but also surprisingly easy to create, making them ideal for any occasion—from birthdays to cozy nights in. Impress your friends and family with these gourmet delights that deliver a burst of flavor and an unforgettable texture.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
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)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for cheesecake filling)
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (for cheesecake filling)
¼ cup granulated sugar (for caramelizing)
Additional fresh vanilla bean seeds (optional for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Mix in eggs one at a time, then add buttermilk and vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just mixed.
Fill cupcake liners halfway with batter.
For the filling, blend cream cheese and sugar until smooth; mix in egg, flour, and vanilla bean paste.
Spoon cream cheese mixture over batter in each liner.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool cupcakes before sprinkling a thin layer of sugar on top and caramelizing it using a kitchen torch or broiler.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (80g)
Calories: 315
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 65mg