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Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
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In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press the mixture into the bottoms of the liners to form the crust.
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In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, and scraped vanilla bean seeds until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the heavy cream.
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Pour the cheesecake batter into the cupcake liners, filling them about 3/4 full. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the centers are set.
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Allow the cupcakes to cool completely. Before serving, sprinkle a thin layer of granulated sugar on top of each cupcake and use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden and crispy.