Description
Delightful mini cheesecakes combining the rich flavors of traditional crème brûlée with a creamy cheesecake twist, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 large egg yolks
- Sugar for caramelizing on top
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar; press into molds.
- Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks; fold into cream cheese mixture.
- Whisk together cornstarch and egg yolks over low heat until thickened, then stir into mixture.
- Spoon filling into molds; bake for 20-25 minutes until just set.
- Cool completely in the oven with the door ajar.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours; caramelize sugar before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, refrigerate overnight. Use a kitchen torch for caramelizing sugar; if unavailable, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching closely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 160mg