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Caribbean Creme Brûlée

Savor Caribbean Creme Brûlée: A Tropical Twist on Tradition

Experience the bliss of Caribbean Creme Brûlée with rich rum and brown sugar, a tropical twist on a classic French dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Caribbean, French
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Custard
  • 2 cups cream can substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 4 large eggs essential for structure and creaminess
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar can use white granulated sugar for less complex flavor
  • 1/4 cup rum dark rum recommended for richer taste
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract opt for pure vanilla extract
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar used for caramelization
  • a pinch sea salt enhances sweetness and contrast

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Ramekins
  • baking dish
  • Kitchen torch

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to the grill setting at 500°F (260°C) and prepare a baking dish with hot water for a water bath.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream, eggs, brown sugar, and rum until smooth and well combined.
  3. Pour the custard mixture evenly into four ramekins, filling them about three-quarters full.
  4. Bake the filled ramekins in the water bath for 30 to 35 minutes, until set at the edges and slightly jiggly in the center.
  5. Let the ramekins cool for 30 minutes at room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours.
  6. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over each custard and caramelize the sugar using a kitchen torch until golden brown.
  7. Allow the caramelized tops to cool briefly before serving your Caribbean Creme Brûlée.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve with fresh tropical fruits or a dollop of whipped cream for added delight.

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