Description
Indulge in the luxurious delight of Lavender Creme Brulee, a dessert that effortlessly combines creamy custard with aromatic floral notes. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying a sweet treat after dinner. With its stunning caramelized sugar crust and velvety texture, this Lavender Creme Brulee is sure to elevate any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating an anniversary or simply treating yourself, this unique twist on the classic French dessert will satisfy your sweet cravings and leave a lasting impression.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons fresh lavender (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- 3 tablespoons sugar (plus more for topping)
- 4 egg yolks
Instructions
- Infuse the cream: Heat heavy whipping cream in a saucepan until hot but not boiling. Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract and lavender. Let steep for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Prepare egg mixture: In a bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until combined.
- Combine mixtures: Strain infused cream into the egg mixture gradually while whisking until smooth.
- Prepare ramekins: Pour custard into ramekins placed in a baking pan.
- Bake in water bath: Fill the pan with hot water halfway up the sides of ramekins and bake for 50-60 minutes until slightly wobbly.
- Cool and chill: Let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Caramelize topping: Just before serving, sprinkle sugar on top of each ramekin and caramelize using a blowtorch or broiler.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (120g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 220mg