Lavender Earl Grey Creme Brulee
Lavender Earl Grey Creme Brulee - A Delightful Dessert
Lavender Earl Grey Creme Brulee is a delectable dessert that combines the floral notes of lavender with the citrusy flavor of Earl Grey tea. This dessert is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests. Here's how you can make this delicious dessert at home.
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 Earl Grey tea bags
- 1 tablespoon dried lavender
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar (for caramelizing)
Cooking Tips:
- Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar on top of the creme brulee.
- Be careful not to overcook the custard, as it can become grainy.
- Let the creme brulee cool completely before caramelizing the sugar on top.
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
2. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream and whole milk over medium heat until it begins to steam. Remove from heat and add the Earl Grey tea bags and dried lavender. Let steep for 10 minutes.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Remove the tea bags and lavender from the cream mixture and slowly pour it into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
5. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a measuring cup.
6. Divide the mixture evenly among four ramekins.
7. Place the ramekins in a baking dish and fill the dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the custard is set but still jiggles slightly in the center.
9. Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let cool to room temperature.
10. Cover the ramekins with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
11. When ready to serve, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar evenly over the top of each creme brulee.
12. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until it forms a golden-brown crust.
Appearance and Taste:
Lavender Earl Grey Creme Brulee is a beautiful dessert with a creamy, custard-like texture and a crunchy caramelized sugar topping. The floral notes of lavender and the citrusy flavor of Earl Grey tea combine to create a unique and delicious flavor that is sure to impress your guests.
Type of Dish: Dessert
Main Ingredients: Heavy cream, Earl Grey tea, Lavender.
