A splash of bourbon and a generous grating of fresh nutmeg transform this simple custard into a holiday sensation. Make the custard in advance, but wait to caramelize the topping about 10 minutes before serving. The sugar will not hold its signature crunch if subjected to much extra time in a humid refrigerator. While it may be a single-use gadget, a kitchen torch is an inexpensive tool worth the investment. It does the best job at caramelizing the top without warming the custard, and it's so fun to use.
Provided by Samantha Seneviratne
Categories custards and puddings, dessert
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325 degrees. Put 8 shallow 4-ounce crème brûlée dishes in a large roasting pan. Bring a kettle of water to a boil.
- Meanwhile, in an 8-cup glass measuring cup (or large bowl), whisk together egg yolks, 1/2 cup/101 grams sugar, nutmeg and salt. Whisk in heavy cream, milk and bourbon. Divide mixture carefully among crème brûlée dishes. Transfer roasting pan to the oven.
- Very carefully pour the boiling water into the roasting pan to come halfway up the sides of the crème brûlée dishes. Bake until the edges of the custard are set but jiggle in the center, 25 to 30 minutes, taking care not to overcook.
- With a spatula or tongs, carefully transfer the dishes to a rack to cool completely. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 2 days.
- Just before serving, remove the plastic wrap and sprinkle one of the custards evenly with 2 to 3 teaspoons sugar. Pass a kitchen torch over the surface until the sugar melts and turns a deep golden brown. Repeat with the remaining custards. Allow the sugar to cool for a few minutes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 284, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 162 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
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Moja Dimu
[email protected]This crème brûlée was delicious! The eggnog flavor was rich and creamy, and the torched sugar topping was the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely make this again for a holiday party.
phindile nkosi
[email protected]I was disappointed with this crème brûlée. The eggnog flavor was not as strong as I had hoped, and the texture was a bit too firm. I think I would have preferred it with a softer, more creamy texture.
Aqal Khan
[email protected]This crème brûlée was easy to make and turned out great! The eggnog flavor was subtle but present, and the torched sugar topping was the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.
Hiraj Ahmed
[email protected]This crème brûlée was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less sugar. However, the texture was perfect and the eggnog flavor was delicious. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sweet desserts.
ramo Kevin
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of eggnog, but I thought I would give this crème brûlée a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The eggnog flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and the texture was smooth and creamy. I would definitely make this again.
Daniel Ugonna
[email protected]This crème brûlée was delicious! The eggnog flavor was rich and creamy, and the torched sugar topping was the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely make this again.
Jennifer Weeks
[email protected]I was a bit disappointed with this crème brûlée. The eggnog flavor was not as strong as I had hoped, and the texture was a bit too firm. I think I would have preferred it with a softer, more creamy texture.
Dee Breaux
[email protected]This crème brûlée was easy to make and turned out great! The eggnog flavor was subtle but present, and the torched sugar topping was the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely make this again.
Kingsley Duru
[email protected]I made this crème brûlée for my family and they loved it! It was the perfect dessert for a special occasion. The eggnog flavor was rich and creamy, and the torched sugar topping added a nice touch of caramelization. I would definitely recommend this
Nilanka Bandara
[email protected]This crème brûlée was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less sugar. However, the texture was perfect and the eggnog flavor was delicious. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sweet desserts.
Weet Clan
[email protected]This was my first time making crème brûlée, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were impressive. The eggnog flavor was subtle but present, and the torched sugar topping was the perfect finishing touch. I will defini
Basit gujjar Basit gujjar
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of eggnog, but this crème brûlée changed my mind. The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was smooth and creamy. I loved the contrast between the torched sugar topping and the cold, creamy custard. This is a great de
Augustine okolo
[email protected]This eggnog crème brûlée was a hit at my holiday party! It was creamy, rich, and had the perfect amount of sweetness. The torched sugar topping added a nice touch of caramelization. I will definitely be making this again!