Earl Grey Crème Brûlée
Indulge in the luxurious experience of Earl Grey Crème Brûlée, a delightful twist on the classic French dessert, where rich flavors meet velvety textures. This recipe combines the fragrant notes of Earl Grey tea with sweet vanilla, creating a truly elegant treat perfect for dinner parties or a cozy night in. The satisfying crack of the caramelized sugar topping enhances each spoonful, making it an unforgettable finish to any meal. With simple steps and accessible ingredients, you can impress your guests with this gourmet dessert that is both light and indulgent.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ⅓ cups milk (preferably 2%)
- 2 tablespoons loose leaf Earl Grey tea (or 2 teabags)
- 1 whole vanilla bean
- 5 large egg yolks
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream (or whipping cream)
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar (for caramelizing)
Instructions
- Infuse flavors by combining milk, tea, vanilla pod, seeds, and heat until boiling. Let steep for 10 minutes before straining.
- Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and prepare a water bath.
- In a bowl, mix egg yolks and sugar until smooth, then stir in infused milk and cream.
- Pour into ramekins and bake in the water bath for 25-30 minutes until set but slightly jiggly.
- Cool at room temperature before chilling in the fridge for at least 3 hours.
- Just before serving, caramelize sugar on top using a kitchen torch or broiler.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
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