Description
Raspberry Creme Brulee is a rich and creamy dessert combining a velvety custard base with fresh raspberries and a perfectly caramelized sugar crust. This elegant dessert offers a delightful balance of decadence and fruity freshness, ideal for special occasions or a luxurious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Custard Base
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 5 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for caramelizing)
- 1 vanilla bean (split) or 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Fruit
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Prepare the custard mixture: Heat the heavy cream gently with the vanilla bean or extract until steaming but not boiling. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with granulated sugar and a pinch of salt until light and creamy.
- Temper the eggs: Slowly pour the warm cream into the egg yolk mixture while whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling, creating a smooth, silky custard base.
- Add fresh raspberries: Gently fold the fresh raspberries into the custard mixture, distributing them evenly without breaking the berries apart.
- Pour into ramekins: Divide the custard mixture evenly among individual ramekins, ensuring each contains some raspberries for flavor and color.
- Bake in a water bath: Place the ramekins in a deep baking dish and fill the dish with hot water halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake at 325°F (160°C) until the custard is set but still slightly wobbly in the center, about 40-45 minutes.
- Chill thoroughly: Remove the ramekins from the water bath and cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to develop flavor and texture.
- Caramelize the sugar topping: Just before serving, sprinkle a thin, even layer of granulated sugar atop each custard. Use a kitchen torch to melt and caramelize the sugar until it forms a crisp, golden-brown crust. Let it set for a minute before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs to ensure even blending and prevent curdling.
- Strain the custard before adding raspberries for an ultra-smooth texture.
- Do not overbake; custard should jiggle slightly in the center to avoid graininess.
- Caramelize the sugar topping just before serving to keep a crisp crust.
- Use fresh raspberries for best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (approx. 1/6 recipe)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg