Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Thai Tea Creme Brulee, a luscious dessert that harmoniously merges the aromatic essence of Thai tea with the creamy richness of traditional French custard. This exquisite treat features a silky custard base topped with a satisfying layer of caramelized sugar, offering an enticing contrast in textures. Perfect for any occasion, from intimate dinners to festive gatherings, this dessert is sure to impress your guests and elevate your culinary repertoire. With straightforward instructions, both novice and experienced bakers can master this unique fusion dessert and enjoy its captivating flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup Thai tea mix
- 5 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated/castor sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla paste/extract
- 2–3 tbsp granulated/castor sugar (for caramelizing)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine heavy cream and milk. Heat gently until simmering, then remove from heat and add Thai tea mix. Let steep for 15 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla until combined.
- Strain the infused cream mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a saucepan and heat gently again until simmering.
- Gradually whisk the hot cream mixture into the egg mixture to temper it.
- Strain the combined mixture into a measuring cup.
- Divide into ramekins placed in a baking pan; fill the pan with boiling water without splashing into the ramekins.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until set but slightly wobbly in the center.
- Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- When ready to serve, sprinkle sugar on top of each custard and caramelize using a kitchen torch or broiler.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Thai/French fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (120g)
- Calories: 291
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 57mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 186mg