Apple Cinnamon Crème Brûlée Recipe 🍏🔥
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories per Serving: 376.4
Description:
Indulge in the rich flavors of fall with this delightful Apple Cinnamon Crème Brûlée recipe! Perfect for a cozy winter evening or a special weeknight treat, this European-inspired dessert combines the sweetness of apples with the warmth of cinnamon, all enveloped in a creamy custard base. Topped with a caramelized sugar crust, it’s a true delight for the senses!
Ingredients:
- 3 granny smith apples
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup sugar (plus extra for caramelizing)
- 6 tbsp sugar (for custard)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 6 egg yolks
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
Instructions:
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Prepare Apples: Peel and core the granny smith apples, then cut them into bite-sized chunks.
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Cook Apples: In a saucepan, combine the apple chunks with cinnamon, 1/4 cup of sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat for 7 to 8 minutes, or until the apples are tender but not mushy. Set aside to cool.
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius).
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Prepare Custard: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and 6 tablespoons of sugar until the mixture becomes light yellow in color. Add vanilla extract and continue whisking.
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Incorporate Cream: While whisking the egg mixture, gradually pour in the heavy whipping cream until well combined.
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Assemble Ramekins: Divide the cooked apple chunks evenly into 6 ramekins. Then, ladle the cream mixture evenly over the apples in each ramekin.
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Create Water Bath: Place the filled ramekins in a baking dish. Pour hot water into the baking dish, filling it halfway up the sides of the ramekins. This will create a water bath to ensure gentle, even cooking.
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Bake Custard: Carefully transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven. Bake the custard until it’s set, approximately 40 minutes. The custard should have a slight jiggle in the center when gently shaken.
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Cool and Chill: Once baked, keep the ramekins in the water bath and let them cool for about 30 minutes. Then, remove them from the water bath and chill the custards overnight in the refrigerator. Make sure to cover them with plastic wrap to prevent any odors from the fridge.
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Caramelize Sugar: Before serving, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of sugar evenly over the surface of each custard-filled ramekin. Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar until it forms a golden-brown crust. Alternatively, you can place the ramekins under a broiler for a few minutes until the sugar caramelizes.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once the sugar has caramelized and formed a crispy crust, your Apple Cinnamon Crème Brûlée is ready to be served! Enjoy the creamy texture, the comforting flavors of apple and cinnamon, and the satisfying crunch of the caramelized sugar topping.
This delightful dessert is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite treat for any occasion. Bon appétit! 🍽️✨
