Sucre La Creme
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Sucre à la Crème, a classic French-Canadian treat that’s as rich in tradition as it is in flavor. This homemade fudge features a luscious blend of granulated sugar, brown sugar, heavy cream, and butter, cooked to perfection and infused with the warm essence of pure vanilla. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a simple, time-tested technique that includes reaching the soft-ball stage, this recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth squares of pure sweetness. Perfect for holiday celebrations, gift-giving, or satisfying a sweet tooth, Sucre à la Crème offers a velvety texture and caramel-like flavor that’s utterly irresistible. Follow this foolproof recipe for a dessert that embodies the best of comfort and indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly until the sugars and butter have fully dissolved.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, and attach a candy thermometer to the saucepan. Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it reaches 235°F (soft-ball stage). This should take approximately 10–12 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool for 5 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and, using a wooden spoon, beat the mixture vigorously for 3–5 minutes, or until it starts to thicken and lose its shine.
Immediately pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the surface with a spatula.
Let the sucre à la crème cool at room temperature for about 1–2 hours, or until fully set. Once set, lift it out of the baking dish using the parchment paper overhang.
Cut into small squares (approximately 24 pieces) and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1567 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.0 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.0 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 124 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.6 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 140.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 201 mg | 4% | |
*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.
