Best 6 Creme Caramel Reduced Fat Recipes

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Crème caramel, also known as flan, is a classic dessert that combines a silky smooth custard with a sweet caramel sauce. While traditional crème caramel recipes are often high in fat and calories, it is possible to make a reduced-fat version that is just as delicious and satisfying. This article will guide you through the process of making a crème caramel reduced fat, with tips and tricks to ensure perfect results.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREME CARAMEL (REDUCED FAT)



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This is a lighter version of classic creme caramel. It uses reduced fat ingredients, but still has a satisfying rich flavor. Cook time includes chilling.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Categories     Dessert

Time 5h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons water
cooking spray
3 large eggs
1 large egg white
2 cups 2% low-fat milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325.
  • Combine 1/3 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons water in a small, heavy saucepan; cook over medium-high heat until sugar dissolves.
  • Continue cooking 4 minutes or until golden.
  • Immediately pour into 6 (6 oz) custard cups coated with cooking spray, tipping quickly until carmelized sugar coats bottom of cups.
  • Beat eggs and egg white in a medium bowl with a whisk.
  • Stir in milk, vanilla, 2/3 cup sugar and salt.
  • Divide mixture evenly amond prepared custard cups.
  • Place cups in a 13X9 inch baking pan; add hot water to pan to a depth of 1 inch.
  • Bake at 325 for 50 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Remove cups from pan.
  • Cover and chill at least 4 hours.
  • Loosen edges of custards with a knife or rubber spatula.
  • Place a dessert plate, upside down, on top of each cup; invert onto plates.
  • Drizzle any remaining carmelized syrup over custards.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.5, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 112.3, Sodium 126.3, Carbohydrate 37.6, Sugar 37.9, Protein 6.4

CREME CARAMEL



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/4 cups water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. For caramel, combine sugar and 1/2 cup water in a medium saucepan. Be sure all sugar granules are washed down from pot sides. Cook over moderate heat, swirling pan occasionally, until color is golden brown and mixture smells like caramel. Often you need to cook it a bit darker than you would imagine. This should take 10 to 15 minutes. Pour enough caramel into a 9-inch round cake pan to coat bottom and sides. Swirl to coat and reserve. Add remaining water to caramel in saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook over moderate heat until the sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Occasionally stir and brush down sides with a pastry brush dipped in cold water. This process prevents crystallization of the sugar. Set this caramel sauce aside at room temperature, then chill until serving time.

REDUCED FAT CARAMELS



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I found this recipe here but changed to nonfat milk. Since reduced fat margarines don't make that big a difference in fat content and butter is so important for flavor, I left the butter as is. This is an experimental work for me. The original author did not specify the size of the pan, so I'm guessing a 13x9 for small cubes of caramel.

Provided by Cathleen Colbert

Categories     Candy

Time 1h5m

Yield 100 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
3 cups nonfat milk
1/4 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, syrup and 1 cup milk.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves.
  • Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches 246-248 degrees on a candy thermometer or makes a firm ball when a dropped into cool water.
  • Slowly add second cup of milk and continue to cook to firm ball stage.
  • Slowly add third cup of milk, butter and salt.
  • Cook to firm ball stage and remove from heat.
  • Immediately pour into buttered pan.
  • Let cool completely before cutting to pieces with a sharp, wet knife.

CREME CARAMEL



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These individual creme caramel desserts will be an instant classic. So sweet and creamy, everyone will want seconds, trust us.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups sugar, divided
3 cups whole milk
2 large eggs plus 3 large egg yolks
1/8 teaspoon fine salt
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Place eight 4-ounce ramekins in a large roasting pan. Add 4 tablespoons water to a small pot. Add 1 cup sugar and stir to dissolve. Cook over medium-high, swirling occasionally, until caramel begins to turn amber, 6 to 8 minutes. Working quickly, divide caramel between ramekins, swirling ramekins to coat bottoms evenly, set aside.
  • In a medium pot, heat milk over medium until hot, but not boiling. In a medium bowl whisk together whole eggs and yolks, salt, and remaining 1/2 cup sugar. While whisking, ladle some milk into the egg mixture. Whisk in remaining milk, one ladle at a time. Strain through a fine sieve into a large liquid measuring cup, and stir in vanilla. Divide custard evenly among ramekins.
  • Transfer roasting pan to oven. Add enough boiling water to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake until custards are just set, about 35 minutes.
  • With tongs, remove ramekins from hot water and let cool slightly. Cover and refrigerate until cold, at least 3 hours (or up to 3 days). To unmold, run a sharp knife around inside of each ramekins and invert onto a serving plate, gently shaking to release.

CRèME CARAMEL



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Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Try a heart-smart sweet treat that will appeal to your taste buds.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup sugar
1 3/4 cups fat-free (skim) milk
1 cup fat-free cholesterol-free egg product or 8 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups raspberries, blackberries, blueberries or sliced strawberries

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. Heat 1/2 cup of the sugar in medium nonstick skillet over medium heat 7 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently with wooden spoon, until sugar is melted and a light caramel color (mixture will be very hot and could melt a plastic spoon). Immediately pour sugar mixture into round pan, 8x1 1/2 inches; tilt pan to coat bottom. Place on wire rack to cool.
  • Mix remaining 1/2 cup sugar, milk, egg product, salt and vanilla in large bowl. Pour mixture over sugar mixture in pan. Place in rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches. Pour very hot water into rectangular pan to within 1/2 inch of top of round pan.
  • Bake 50 to 60 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Remove round pan from pan of water. Cover; refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, about 3 hours or overnight. To unmold, run knife around edge of custard to loosen; invert onto serving platter. Top with fruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 31 g, TransFat 0 g

CHEF JOHN'S CREME CARAMEL



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Creme caramel belongs on the short list for 'World's Greatest Dessert.' The way the almost-burnt caramel layer gets fused on, and becomes one with, the creamy custard is nothing short of magic.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     French

Time 1h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
½ cup (scant) white sugar
1 large egg
3 large egg yolks
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup white sugar
½ cup creme fraiche
½ cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon orange cognac (such as Grand Marnier®)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Lightly spray 4 heatproof 6.5-oz. ramekins with vegetable spray. Place ramekins in a casserole dish.
  • Place 1/2 cup sugar in a small, heavy, dry skillet over medium heat. When sugar begins to melt around the edges, gently shake the pan continually, swirling sugar around, until all the sugar melts; don't use utensils to stir. When sugar is completely melted and dark brown, remove the pan from heat.
  • Quickly pour equal amounts of caramel syrup into the 4 prepared ramekins.
  • Place 1 egg and 3 egg yolks in a bowl with a pinch of salt and 1/4 cup sugar. Whisk until sugar is dissolved and mixture becomes frothy, about 1 minute.
  • Spoon the creme fraiche into the egg mixture; add the milk, vanilla, and Grand Marnier. Whisk together until ingredients are completely mixed.
  • Ladle mixture into the prepared ramekins, filling them about 2/3 to 3/4 full.
  • Fill casserole with hot tap water to reach halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Place casserole on middle rack of preheated oven.
  • Bake until just barely set, 45 to 50 minutes. You can start checking for doneness at about 40 minutes.
  • Using tongs, remove the ramekins from the casserole to a cooling rack. When just slightly warm, run a sharp paring knife around the edge of each custard.
  • To unmold, cover ramekin with a small plate, then invert. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40.8 g, Cholesterol 243.9 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 191.3 mg, Sugar 40.4 g

Tips:

  • Use a water bath: Baking the crème caramel in a water bath helps to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the custard from curdling.
  • Don't overcook the custard: The custard should be cooked until it is just set, but not firm. Overcooked custard will be rubbery.
  • Let the crème caramel cool completely before refrigerating: This will help to prevent the custard from separating.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the crème caramel: This will help to prevent the custard from tearing.
  • Serve the crème caramel chilled: This will help to enhance the flavor and texture of the custard.

Conclusion:

Crème caramel is a classic French dessert that is both delicious and elegant. It is made with a custard base that is baked in a water bath. The custard is then chilled and served with a caramel sauce. This recipe for reduced-fat crème caramel is a healthier version of the classic dessert. The recipe uses skim milk and egg whites instead of whole milk and eggs. The result is a delicious and creamy custard that is lower in fat and calories. Whether you are looking for a classic dessert or a healthier alternative, crème caramel is a great choice.

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