Celebrate Spring with Faieza's Creme Brûlée Recipe

Springtime Decadence: Faieza’s Crème Brûlée Recipe

Spring is here, and it brings a sense of renewal and vibrancy. The air feels crisper, birds sing with extra cheer, and food tastes fresher. What better way to celebrate the season than with a delightful recipe from Faieza, our Director of Marketing, PR, and Communications?

"This is a fantastic dessert to usher in Springtime - it is truly decadent and special. Crack through the thin layer of caramelized sugar to the unctuous, cool, rich, smooth, and creamy custard. Adorn with fresh berries and edible flowers for a splash of colour for a garden party, high tea, or dinner party. A wonderful way to round off a meal. This is my favourite afternoon treat with a good book in a shady spot in the garden any day of the week."

Faieza’s recipe is perfect for both traditional dessert lovers and those following a low-carb lifestyle. She offers an alternative by replacing caster sugar and icing sugar with xylitol for a guilt-free indulgence. Here’s how you can make this masterpiece:

Crème Brûlée Recipe

Serves: 6 to 10 (depending on dish size)

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 40 minutes, plus 3 hours chilling time

Ingredients

• 1 vanilla bean
• 3 cups (750ml) fresh cream (Only full cream or double cream will do!)
• 6 egg yolks
• 1/4 cup caster sugar
• 1/4 cup icing sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 160°C. Split the vanilla bean in half lengthwise and scrape the seeds into a medium heatproof bowl. Add the egg yolks to the vanilla seeds.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat the vanilla pod and cream gently without boiling. Gradually whisk the hot cream mixture into the bowl with the egg yolks and vanilla seeds.
3. Place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Stir continuously for about 10 minutes, or until the custard thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon. Remove the vanilla pod.
4. Divide the custard into 6 x 125ml heatproof dishes or ramekins. Place the dishes into a large baking dish and pour boiling water halfway up the sides of the dishes.
5. Bake uncovered for 20-30 minutes or until the custard is just starting to set. Remove the dishes from the water and allow them to cool to room temperature. Chill in the fridge overnight or for at least 3 hours.
6. Sprinkle a thin layer of icing sugar over the custard and spread lightly with your finger. Use a blowtorch to caramelize the sugar, adding more icing sugar if needed. Be careful not to overdo it, as too much sugar can burn and turn bitter.

Faieza’s Tip

“I like to make even smaller dishes as this dessert is so deliciously smooth and decadent. This way, guests won’t waste it if they find it too rich, and they can always have another if they can’t resist!”

Celebrate Spring in the most decadent way possible with this indulgent Crème Brûlée recipe. Whether for a garden party, high tea, or just a quiet moment in the garden, this dessert is sure to delight! Also consider creating a one of a kind Recipe book with Rapidstudio