Grapefruit brûlée is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with fresh grapefruit, sugar, and eggs, and then it is caramelized with a kitchen torch. The result is a creamy, tart, and sweet dessert that will tantalize your taste buds. Grapefruit brûlée is also a relatively easy dessert to make, so it is perfect for home cooks of all levels.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GRAPEFRUIT BRULEE
Steps:
- Special Equipment: Blowtorch
- Halve each grapefruit crosswise, and cut a thin slice off the bottom of each half to stabilize the pieces. Remove all seeds from the grapefruit, and loosen the segments with a paring knife.
- Sprinkle each half evenly with the sugar. Using a blowtorch, melt the sugar to form a golden brown and crispy surface. Sprinkle the hot sugar with the salt, and serve immediately.
GRAPEFRUIT BRûLéE
Using a culinary torch is the best way to caramelize the sugar into a candy shell, but you can also make this old-school breakfast treat using your broiler.
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Citrus Fruit Breakfast Brunch Broil Low Fat Vegetarian Low Cal Low Sodium Grapefruit Healthy Low Cholesterol Vegan Bon Appétit Fat Free Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Trim 1/4"-1/2" of peel from bottom of each grapefruit half to stabilize the fruit and prevent it from rocking back and forth. Place grapefruit, cut side down, on paper towels to dry for 5 minutes. Invert grapefruit and sprinkle 1 tablespoon sugar evenly over exposed flesh of each grapefruit half. Using a kitchen torch, heat sugar until melted and beginning to turn dark amber.
- Alternatively, preheat broiler. Transfer grapefruit, cut side up, to a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil. Broil grapefruit, watching closely to prevent burning, until the sugar is melted and beginning to turn dark amber, about 8 minutes. Let grapefruit cool before serving.
Tips:
- Choose the right grapefruit: Use a ripe, juicy grapefruit with smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid grapefruit with bruises or soft spots.
- Zest the grapefruit carefully: Use a microplane zester or a sharp knife to remove only the outermost layer of the grapefruit peel, avoiding the bitter white pith underneath.
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan: This will help distribute the heat evenly and prevent the custard from scorching.
- Cook the custard over medium heat: Stir constantly to prevent the custard from curdling.
- Chill the custard before brûléeing: This will help the custard set and make it easier to torch.
- Use a kitchen torch to brûlée the custard: Move the torch back and forth over the surface of the custard until it is evenly caramelized.
Conclusion:
Grapefruit brûlée is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover grapefruit and is sure to impress your guests. With a few simple tips, you can easily make this delightful dessert at home.
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