Cardamom Creme Brulee

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of **Cardamom Crème Brûlée**, a sophisticated dessert that blends the creamy richness of classic crème brûlée with the warm, aromatic allure of ground cardamom. This elegant treat starts with velvety custard infused with cardamom and vanilla, baked to silky perfection in a water bath for even texture. The pièce de résistance? A crisp, golden-brown sugar crust that's delicately caramelized with a kitchen torch, creating the ultimate contrast to the creamy base. Perfect for dinner parties or an intimate special occasion, this aromatic dessert is as easy to make as it is impressive. Serve it chilled and let every spoonful transport you to a world of decadence and spice.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 5 large Egg yolks
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar (for custard)
• 4 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream and ground cardamom. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar together until the mixture is pale and creamy.

Step 4

Gradually add the warm cream mixture to the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.

Step 5

Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pouring jug to remove any solids, ensuring a smooth custard.

Step 6

Place 4 ramekins in a deep baking dish. Divide the custard mixture evenly among the ramekins.

Step 7

Pour hot water into the baking dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins, creating a water bath. This ensures gentle, even cooking.

Step 8

Carefully place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the custards are set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center.

Step 9

Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Cover each ramekin with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

Step 10

When ready to serve, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar evenly over the surface of each custard. Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar until it melts and forms a crisp, golden-brown crust. Alternatively, you can place the ramekins under a broiler for a few minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.

Step 11

Allow the caramelized topping to cool for a minute, then serve immediately with a spoon that cracks through the sugary crust into the creamy custard below.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(721.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2481.6

Total Fat 182.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 104.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1402.5mg	0%
Sodium 199.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g	0%
Total Sugars 151.5g
Protein 13.7g	0%

Vitamin D 91.5IU	0%
Calcium 124.1mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 125.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.9%

Protein: 2.4%

Carbs: 26.8%