Caramel Cremeux Recipe
Indulge in our luxurious Caramel Cremeux, a silky-smooth dessert that balances rich caramel flavors with a velvety texture. This delightful treat is artfully crafted to melt in your mouth, offering a perfect harmony of sweetness and depth. Served with a delicate drizzle of salted caramel and garnished with a sprinkle of sea salt, each bite is a heavenly experience that will leave you craving more.
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Ingredients
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For the Caramel Cremeux
Method
Instructions
Prepare the Caramel
In a medium saucepan, heat the granulated sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly until it melts and turns a deep amber color.
Add Butter
Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully whisk in the unsalted butter until fully incorporated.
Heat the Cream
In a separate saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it is just about to simmer. Remove from heat.
Combine Caramel and Cream
Slowly pour the hot cream into the caramel mixture, whisking constantly until smooth.
Mix Egg Yolks
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, vanilla extract, and sea salt until combined.
Temper the Egg Yolks
Gradually add the warm caramel mixture to the egg yolks, whisking continuously to prevent the yolks from cooking.
Cook the Mixture
Pour the entire mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 82°C or 180°F).
Cool and Set
Remove from heat and transfer the cremeux to a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until set.