Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
- Spoon the crumb mixture into each cupcake liner, filling halfway and press down firmly.
- Beat together softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth, about 3 minutes.
- Add sour cream, vanilla bean paste, and eggs one at a time, mixing until incorporated.
- Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the crust in each liner, filling ¾ full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are set and centers jiggle slightly.
- Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight before serving.
- Sprinkle turbinado sugar on top and caramelize using a kitchen torch just before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting. Adjust baking time as necessary to avoid dry texture.
