Irresistible Mini Crème Brûlée Cheesecakes Easy Treat

Ingredients

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1 4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cups cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1 4 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar (for topping)
• 0 Fresh berries or mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Make the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
3. Press the crust: Divide the mixture evenly among the lined muffin cups, pressing it down firmly to create a base. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until slightly golden, then remove and let it cool.
4. Prepare the cheesecake batter: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar and mix until well combined.
5. Add the eggs: Add the vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Slowly mix in the heavy cream until fully incorporated.
6. Fill the cups: Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crusts in the muffin tin, filling each liner almost to the top.
7. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the centers are just set (they should still have a slight jiggle).
8. Cool down: Once baked, turn off the oven and crack the door open. Let the cheesecakes cool in the oven for about 30 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
9. Caramelize the tops: Just before serving, sprinkle a thin layer of brown sugar over the tops of each cheesecake. Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar until it melts and forms a crisp crust. If you don’t have a torch, place the cheesecakes under a broiler for a minute, watching closely to prevent burning.
10. Serve: Let the caramelized sugar cool for a minute and then serve the cheesecakes chilled, optionally garnished with fresh berries or mint leaves.