Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Clinkerdagger's Burnt Creme, a timeless dessert featuring a silky vanilla custard topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust. With its creamy base made from luscious heavy cream, egg yolks, and a touch of vanilla, this classic brûlée-style recipe delivers a sublime balance of smooth sweetness and crisp, golden-brown texture. The subtle drama of torching the brown sugar topping enhances both your presentation and flavor, creating an unforgettable culinary experience. Simple to prepare yet elegant enough for special occasions, this decadent treat will wow your guests with every spoonful. Perfectly portioned for four servings, it's the ultimate dessert for any gathering or indulgent evening at home.
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Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and egg yolks until the mixture is pale and creamy.
Slowly pour the warm cream into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to avoid curdling. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps.
Divide the custard mixture evenly among four 6-ounce ramekins. Place the ramekins in a large 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 custards are set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
Carefully remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, to fully set.
When ready to serve, evenly sprinkle 1/2 tablespoon of brown sugar over the top of each custard. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until it forms a crisp, golden-brown crust. If you don’t have a torch, you can place the ramekins under the broiler for a few minutes, watching closely to ensure the sugar doesn’t burn.
Allow the caramelized topping to cool for 1-2 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Clinkerdagger’s Burnt Creme!
Serving size | (636.9g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2154.4 |
Total Fat 178.0g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 102.4g | 0% |
Cholesterol 1218mg | 0% |
Sodium 195.8mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 87.3g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
Total Sugars 85.1g | |
Protein 10.8g | 0% |
Vitamin D 73.2IU | 0% |
Calcium 107.1mg | 0% |
Iron 2.0mg | 0% |
Potassium 106.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories