Go Back
+ servings
Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes

Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes for an Irresistibly Elegant Treat

Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes are a delightful blend of creamy cheesecake and crunchy caramel, creating an elegant dessert perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 mini cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Crackers or digestive biscuits for gluten-free
  • 4 Tbsp Butter melted, or coconut oil for dairy-free
For the Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese or Neufchâtel cheese for lighter alternative
  • 3/4 cup Sugar or coconut sugar for less refined sweetness
  • 2 items Eggs
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract or almond extract for a twist
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or light cream, may alter richness
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Sugar granulated for caramelization

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • mixing bowl
  • Mini cheesecake cups
  • Oven
  • Kitchen torch

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Crust: Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter. Press mixture into mini cheesecake cups and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  2. Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla and heavy cream until silky.
  3. Bake: Preheat oven to 325°F, pour filling over crusts, and bake for 30-40 minutes until edges are set.
  4. Cool: Allow cheesecakes to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  5. Caramelize Sugar: Sprinkle sugar on top of cheesecakes and caramelize using a kitchen torch or broiler.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini cheesecakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cheesecakes can be customized with various toppings and flavors. Follow storage tips for best results.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!