Crème Brûlée Mini Cakes (Printable Version)

Little cheesecakes topped with caramelized sugar and a buttery crust. A mash-up of brûlée goodness and cheesecake creaminess.

# Ingredients:

01 - 1/4 cup white sugar for the topping.
02 - 16 ounces softened cream cheese.
03 - 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream.
04 - 3 tablespoons butter, melted.
05 - 1 cup crushed graham crackers.
06 - 2 tablespoons white sugar for the crust.
07 - 2 eggs, large size.
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla.
09 - 1/2 cup sugar for the filling.

# Steps:

01 - Set the oven to 325°F and place liners in your muffin pan.
02 - Stir together the crumbs, butter, and sugar. Press mixture into the liners and bake 5 minutes.
03 - Whip the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one by one, then blend in the cream and vanilla.
04 - Spoon the filling into the liners until they're about 3/4 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes—center should still jiggle a bit.
05 - Let them cool to room temperature, then chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
06 - Dust tops with sugar and caramelize using a torch.

# Notes:

01 - You can switch to gluten-free ingredients if needed.
02 - Tastes best if eaten the same day.
03 - Caramelize the sugar right before eating.