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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Bananas Foster Crème Brûlée
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Crème Brûlée Mixture
In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- 2
Whisk Egg Yolks
In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and thick. Gradually add the cream mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly.
- 3
Prepare the Bananas Foster
In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced bananas and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly caramelized. Add the dark rum and brown sugar, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring gently. Remove from heat.
- 4
Mix Together
Gently fold the bananas foster mixture into the crème brûlée mixture. Pour the mixture into ramekins.
- 5
- 6
Cool and Chill
Remove the ramekins from the water and let them cool. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- 7
Prepare the Crumble
While the crème brûlées are chilling, crush the vanilla wafers into small crumbs. Set aside.
- 8
Caramelize the Top
When ready to serve, sprinkle a thin layer of granulated sugar over the top of each crème brûlée. Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar until it forms a crispy crust.
- 9
Serve
Top each crème brûlée with a sprinkle of vanilla wafer crumble before serving.