Espresso Crème Brûlée
A classic French dessert revisited with a coffee twist. Smooth, creamy custard infused with espresso, topped with a thin layer of crunchy caramelized sugar. Prepare this elegant treat in minutes for a refined result.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup espresso
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp pearl sugar (for the topping)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
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- 1
Heat the cream and milk with the espresso without letting it boil.
- 2
Whisk the egg yolks with the sugar until pale and creamy.
- 3
Gradually pour the hot mixture into the yolks while stirring.
- 4
Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve to achieve a smooth texture.
- 5
Pour into ramekins and bake in a water bath at 320°F for 12-15 minutes.
- 6
Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- 7
Sprinkle with pearl sugar and caramelize using a kitchen torch or under the broiler.
💡 Chef's Tip
The key to a good crème brûlée is gentle cooking in a water bath. Remove the ramekins from the oven when the center is still slightly wobbly. Wait until the dessert is completely chilled before caramelizing the sugar for a perfect crunchy-creamy contrast.
