Crème Brûlée Cupcakes: Indulgent Treats for Home Bakers
Delight in these rich and creamy Crème Brûlée Cupcakes, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup sugar (for topping)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and heavy cream.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once cooled, sprinkle sugar on top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of almond extract.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before caramelizing the tops to prevent melting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Crème Brûlée Cupcakes, dessert, baking