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White Chocolate Creme Brulee Recipe

Indulge in this heavenly White Chocolate Crème Brûlée! A luxuriously smooth and creamy dessert, perfect for chocolate lovers. This recipe delivers a rich, decadent experience with a satisfyingly crisp white chocolate topping and a refreshing mint garnish. Easy to follow instructions for a show-stopping dessert.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 438.9 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for White Chocolate Creme Brulee

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How to Make White Chocolate Creme Brulee

  1. Rinse a heavy-bottomed saucepan with cold water and shake out excess moisture.
  2. Set the pan over medium-low heat. Add 2 cups heavy cream and ¾ cup granulated sugar. Stir constantly.
  3. Heat until small bubbles form around the edges of the pan (about 5 minutes).
  4. Remove from heat. Add 12 ounces of finely chopped high-quality white chocolate. Stir until completely smooth and melted.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 large egg yolks and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually whisk the warm cream mixture into the egg yolks, ensuring a smooth and homogenous blend.
  7. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps.
  8. Pour the mixture evenly into eight (1/2 cup) ramekins or custard cups.
  9. Place the ramekins in a larger baking pan. Carefully pour enough boiling water into the pan to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins (bain-marie).
  10. Bake in a preheated 300°F (150°C) oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the custards are set around the edges but still slightly soft in the center. Do not overbake!
  11. Carefully remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until thoroughly chilled.
  13. Before serving, melt 2 ounces of bittersweet chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  14. Spoon the melted bittersweet chocolate evenly over the chilled custards, spreading it to the edges with the back of a spoon.
  15. Refrigerate for 15 minutes, or until the chocolate is firm.
  16. If desired, drizzle melted white chocolate over the top and garnish with a fresh sprig of mint before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

92g

Fat

108g

Carbs

8g

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