Peppermint Creme Brulee
Indulge in the luxurious, holiday-inspired elegance of Peppermint Creme Brulee, a creamy custard dessert with a festive twist. This sophisticated treat features a silky-smooth custard infused with the refreshing flavor of peppermint extract and a hint of vanilla, perfectly balanced to create a rich yet light flavor profile. Topped with a delicate, caramelized sugar crust that crackles with every spoonful, this dessert is the perfect combination of texture and taste. The recipe is simple yet indulgent: a quick 15-minute preparation and a water bath baking technique ensure a velvety custard with no curdling. Ideal for intimate gatherings or seasonal celebrations, Peppermint Creme Brulee adds a touch of refinement to any dessert table. Serve this chilled delight as the finale to your holiday menu, and watch your guests savor every decadent bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream and peppermint extract. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is hot, but not boiling. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is light and slightly thickened.
Gradually whisk the hot cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture, a little at a time, to temper the eggs and prevent curdling.
Strain the custard mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps or cooked egg bits.
Divide the custard mixture evenly into 4 ramekins.
Place the ramekins in a large baking dish and pour hot water into the baking dish until it reaches about halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
Carefully transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the custards are set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Then, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Before serving, sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar evenly over the surface of each custard.
Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar by melting and browning it until it forms a crisp golden crust. Alternatively, place the ramekins under a broiler for 1–2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Allow the sugar crust to cool and harden for a minute before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2426 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.0 g | 228% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.4 g | 512% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1218 mg | 406% | |
| Sodium | 191 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.3 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 154.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 83 mg | 2% | |
*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.
