Description
These Crème Brûlée-Inspired Cupcakes combine the rich, creamy flavors of crème brûlée with the light, fluffy texture of a cupcake. The cupcakes are topped with a caramelized sugar crust, just like the classic dessert, making them the perfect treat for any occasion. A delicious fusion of two favorite desserts, these cupcakes are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for caramelizing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, sprinkle a thin layer of sugar on top of each cupcake.
- Use a kitchen torch to carefully caramelize the sugar until golden and crisp.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- If you don’t have a kitchen torch, you can place the cupcakes under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, but be sure to watch them closely to prevent burning.
- These cupcakes have a rich vanilla flavor and a sweet, crunchy top, just like the traditional crème brûlée dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes