Diamond Creme Brulee
Indulge in the luxurious elegance of Diamond Crème Brûlée, a sophisticated dessert that pairs creamy, vanilla-kissed custard with a perfectly caramelized diamond crystal sugar topping for an irresistible crunch. Infused with the delicate aroma of fresh vanilla bean and featuring an ultra-smooth texture crafted from rich heavy cream and golden egg yolks, this dessert shines as a showstopping finale to any meal. The recipe's pièce de résistance is the glittering sugar crust—torched to golden perfection—that delivers a satisfying crack with every tap of your spoon. Perfect for special occasions, this easy-to-follow recipe guides you through creating a decadent treat destined to dazzle your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 whole Vanilla bean
- 5 large Egg yolks
- 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Diamond crystal sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Place a baking dish large enough to hold 4 ramekins in the oven and fill it halfway with hot water to create a water bath.
In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to steam, but do not let it boil.
Split the vanilla bean lengthwise, scrape out the seeds, and add both the seeds and the pod to the cream. Remove the cream from heat and cover; let it steep for 15 minutes to infuse the flavor.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes thick and pale yellow.
Slowly pour the warm cream into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the vanilla pod and any cooked egg bits.
Divide the custard mixture evenly among 4 ramekins. Place the ramekins in the prepared water bath in the oven.
Bake for 40-50 minutes or until the centers of the custards are just set and still slightly jiggly when shaken. Remove the ramekins from the water bath and allow them to cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
When ready to serve, sprinkle 1/2 tablespoon of diamond crystal sugar evenly over the top of each custard. Use a culinary torch to caramelize the sugar until it forms a crisp, golden crust.
Allow the caramelized sugar to cool and harden for about 2 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Diamond Crème Brûlée!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.6 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.0 g | 520% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1402 mg | 468% | |
| Sodium | 200 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.9 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.3 g | ||
| Protein | 13.5 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 125 mg | 3% | |
*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.
