Almond Creme Brulee: A Luxurious Dessert You’ll Love

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If you want to elevate a traditional dessert with elegance, you should try this almond creme brulee recipe! Featuring a rich custard base infused with almond flavor and a perfectly caramelized sugar crust, this dessert represents the peak of indulgence. Ideal for hosting dinner parties or enjoying a peaceful indulgence solo, this recipe is both easy to prepare and incredibly tempting.

Lily Aria

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Preperation time Cooking Time Chilling Time Total Time Yield
15 min
35 min
2 hours
2 hours 50 min
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Almond twist: The delicate flavor of almonds elevates classic creme brulee to new heights.

Prepare a dessert that rivals what you’d find at a fine dining restaurant: Wow your guests with a dish that both looks and tastes as though it was made by a luxury pastry shop.

Easily adjustable: Substitute almond milk for a non-dairy alternative or add toppings such as toasted almonds.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream (or substitute with almond milk for almond milk creme brulee)
  • 5 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for caramelizing
  • 1 teaspoon pure almond extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • A pinch of salt
  • Sliced almonds (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Prep Your Ingredients: Set your oven temperature to 325°F (163°C). Collect four ramekins and a baking dish that can accommodate all of them. Boil water in a kettle for the water bath.

boiling water

Step 2

Make the Custard Base:

  •  Heat the heavy cream over medium heat in a medium saucepan until it simmers. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • In another bowl, combine the egg yolks, granulated sugar, almond extract, vanilla extract (if desired), and salt, then whisk until the mixture is smooth.
  • Gradually add the warm cream to the egg mixture while whisking continuously to prevent the eggs from cooking.
step 2 making custurd base

Step 3

Bake the Creme Brulee:

  • Distribute the custard mixture uniformly among the ramekins.
  • Place the ramekins in the baking dish and pour the hot water around them halfway up the sides.
  • Gently move the dish into the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the custards are firm but still have a slight jiggle in the center.
step 3 baking creme brulee

Step 4

Chill and Caramelize:

  • Take the ramekins out of the water bath and allow them to cool. Cover them and store in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours, or overnight for optimal texture.
  • Before serving, dust a light, uniform layer of sugar on top of each custard. Utilize a kitchen torch to melt the sugar until it becomes golden and crunchy.

Serving Suggestions

Add a sprinkle of sliced almonds to your almond creme brulee for extra texture and taste. Serve it alongside fresh berries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce to elevate it even more. If you enjoy desserts with a nutty flavor, consider using roasted creme brulee almonds as a garnish for a surprising twist. You can try it with beef alfredo pasta as well.

Recipe Tip 🌶️

Slow and steady: When combining the cream and egg mixture, go slow to prevent scrambling.

Torch vs. broiler: A torch gives you more control, but the broiler works in a pinch.

Make ahead: The custards can be made a day in advance. Just caramelize the sugar right before serving.

Variations of Almond Creme Brulee

Dairy-Free: Substitute almond milk for a lighter, dairy-free dessert.

Squirrel Brand Almonds Creme Brulee: Incorporate premium almonds like those from Squirrel Brand for a luxurious flavor boost.

Chocolate Almond Creme Brulee: Add a tablespoon of cocoa powder to the custard mixture for a chocolatey twist.

  • Nutrition Facts

  • Amount per serving
  • Calories320
  • % Daily Value*
  • Total Fat24 g33.33%
  • Saturated Fat14 g70%
  • Cholesterol210 mg70%
  • Sodium50 mg2.17%
  • Total Carbohydrate24 g8.73%
  • Dietary Fiber0 g0%
  • Total Sugars21 g
  • Protein5 g10%
  • Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol)2.5 mcg12.5%
  • Calcium70 mg5.38%
  • Iron1 mg5.56%
  • Potassium1100 mg23.4%
  • Vitamin A240 mcg26.67%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make creme brulee with almond milk?

Yes, you can make creme brulee with almond milk!

Almond milk can serve as a substitute for heavy cream. However, as almond milk is less rich and creamy, the texture of the creme brulee may be a bit lighter and not as custard-like as the traditional version.

Indeed, almond milk contributes a delicate, nutty taste that enhances the dessert wonderfully, particularly when incorporating almond extract into the recipe.

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happy

December 9, 2024

Your steps are so easy and understandable

kile

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