S'MORE BUDINO recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026

S'more Budino Recipe

Time2h
Serves6
Rating
3.0
1 rating

Caramel Custard, Valrhona Chocolate Mousse, Brown-Butter Toasted Graham Cracker

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Ingredients

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Caramel Custard

Valrhona Chocolate Mousse

Brown-Butter Toasted Graham Cracker

Method

Caramel Custard

  1. 1

    Prepare the Caramel

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar and 50ml of water. Stir until sugar dissolves.

  2. 2

    Cook the Caramel

    Continue to cook without stirring until the mixture turns a deep amber color. Remove from heat and carefully add the heavy cream (it will bubble up). Stir until smooth.

  3. 3

    Mix Custard Ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Gradually whisk in the caramel mixture until well combined.

  4. 4

    Bake the Custard

    Pour the custard mixture into ramekins. Place the ramekins in a baking dish filled with hot water (bain-marie) and bake at 160°C (320°F) for 30-35 minutes, or until set.

Valrhona Chocolate Mousse

  1. 5

    Melt the Chocolate

    Chop the Valrhona chocolate and melt it gently in a double boiler or microwave. Let it cool slightly.

  2. 6

    Whip the Cream

    In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Set aside.

  3. 7

    Whip the Egg Whites

    In a clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue whisking until stiff peaks form.

  4. 8

    Combine the Mixtures

    Fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until combined. Then gently fold in the egg whites until no streaks remain.

Brown-Butter Toasted Graham Cracker

  1. 9

    Brown the Butter

    In a skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Continue cooking until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.

  2. 10

    Mix Graham Cracker Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and salt. Pour the browned butter over the mixture and stir until combined.

  3. 11

    Toast the Mixture

    Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden and crispy.

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