Lavender Creme Brulee
Indulge in the elegant sophistication of Lavender Crème Brûlée, a luxurious twist on the classic French dessert. This recipe infuses creamy custard with the delicate floral notes of dried culinary lavender, creating a unique and aromatic flavor profile. The dish achieves perfect balance with the smooth, velvety custard base, flavored with rich vanilla and just a hint of salt, and the crisp, caramelized sugar topping that provides an irresistible crunch with every bite. Crafted with simple ingredients like heavy cream, egg yolks, and sugar, this dessert is as approachable as it is impressive. Using a water bath ensures the custard bakes to silky perfection, while a kitchen torch creates the signature golden crust. Whether it’s a romantic dinner or a show-stopping finale for a dinner party, this Lavender Crème Brûlée promises to delight and surprise, elevating any occasion with its subtle floral elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Dried culinary lavender
- 1/3 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 5 Egg yolks
- 1/8 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream and dried lavender. Heat over medium heat until the cream begins to simmer, then remove from heat. Cover and let steep for 15 minutes to infuse the lavender flavor.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, egg yolks, and salt until combined and slightly thickened.
Strain the lavender-infused cream through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove the lavender pieces. Gradually whisk the warm cream into the egg yolk mixture, a little at a time, to temper the eggs and avoid curdling.
Divide the custard mixture evenly among 4 ramekins. Place the ramekins in a large baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
Carefully pour hot water into the baking dish, around the ramekins, until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins. This water bath will help the custards bake evenly.
Bake the custards in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the centers are slightly jiggly but set along the edges.
Remove the ramekins from the water bath and allow them to cool to room temperature. Then, transfer them to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
Before serving, sprinkle 3/4 tablespoon of granulated sugar evenly over the top of each chilled custard. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until it forms a crisp, golden-brown layer. If you don't have a torch, you can broil the custards in your oven at high heat for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Let the caramelized sugar cool for about 1 minute before serving. Enjoy your Lavender Creme Brulee with its creamy custard center and delightful crunch on top!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2297 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.7 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.0 g | 520% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1402 mg | 468% | |
| Sodium | 494 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.1 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 105.5 g | ||
| Protein | 13.7 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 140 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.
