Dark Coffee Crème Brulé Recipe
Indulge in our Dark Coffee Crème Brulé, a rich and velvety dessert that marries the bold flavor of dark roast coffee with a luscious, creamy custard base. Topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust that shatters delightfully with each spoonful, this decadent treat is finished with a hint of vanilla that complements the deep coffee notes. A sublime ending to any meal, it's the ultimate fusion of bitterness and sweetness that will leave your taste buds craving more.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- 1
Infuse the Cream
In a saucepan, combine heavy cream and dark roast coffee beans. Heat over medium heat until just simmering. Remove from heat and let steep for 30 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- 3
Combine and Strain
After the cream has steeped, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the coffee beans. Gradually whisk the infused cream into the egg mixture until fully combined.
- 4
- 5
Chill and Caramelize
Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Before serving, sprinkle a thin layer of brown sugar on top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden and bubbly.
