Orange Cardamom Crème Brûlée - Vegetarian
Orange Cardamom Crème Brûlée offers a luxurious twist on the classic French dessert. The rich, creamy custard is elevated with the infusion of zesty orange and the warm, aromatic flavor of cardamom, creating an irresistible balance of citrus and spice. Topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust, each spoonful is a delightful combination of creamy and crunchy textures.
Ingrédients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 5 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for caramelizing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, orange zest, and cardamom. Heat over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Remove from heat and let it steep for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and 1/2 cup sugar until the mixture becomes light and creamy.
- Slowly add the warm cream mixture to the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Strain the mixture through a fine sieve to remove the orange zest and cardamom bits.
- Divide the mixture evenly among 6 ramekins. Place the ramekins in a larger baking dish and fill the dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Remove the ramekins from the water bath and cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
- Before serving, sprinkle an even layer of granulated sugar on top of each custard.
- Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar until it forms a crisp, golden brown crust. Allow the sugar to cool and harden before serving.
Nutrition (per 100g)
Serving: 100g | Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protéines: 6g | Fat: 28g | Sucre: 32g
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