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White Chocolate Creme Brulee

Name: White Chocolate Creme Brulee
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: France
Ingredients: 568ml Double Cream; 100g White Chocolate Chips; Pod of Vanilla; 6 Egg Yolks; 2 tbs Caster Sugar; Top Caster Sugar

White Chocolate Creme Brulee is a classic France dessert that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully baked or prepared featuring Double Cream, White Chocolate Chips, Vanilla, Egg Yolks, Caster Sugar and Caster Sugar, the components balance delicate sweetness and satisfying texture.

Enjoy warm or chilled alongside fresh vanilla custard, whipped cream, or a freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea for a comforting finish to your meal.

If you enjoy authentic France cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Chinon Apple Tarts.

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Ingredients

Double Cream568ml
White Chocolate Chips100g
VanillaPod of
Egg Yolks6
Caster Sugar2 tbs
Caster SugarTop

Step-by-Step Instructions

11 steps

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Step 1

Heat the cream, chocolate and vanilla pod in a pan until the chocolate has melted.

Step 2⏱️ 10 mins

Take off the heat and allow to infuse for 10 mins, scraping the pod seeds into the cream.

Step 3

If using the vanilla extract, add straight away.

Step 4

Heat oven to 160C/fan 140C/gas 3.

Step 5🥄 Mix

Beat yolks and sugar until pale. stir in the chocolate cream.

Step 6

Strain into a jug and pour into ramekins.

Step 7

Place in a deep roasting tray and pour boiling water halfway up the sides.

Step 8🥧 Bake⏱️ 15-20 mins

Bake for 15-20 mins until just set with a wobbly centre.

Step 9⏱️ 4 hrs

Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hrs.

Step 10✨ Serve

To serve, sprinkle some sugar on top of the brûlées and caramelise with a blowtorch or briefly under a hot grill.

Step 11✨ Serve

Leave caramel to harden, then serve.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

White Chocolate Creme Brulee carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

To substitute whole eggs in baking, unsweetened applesauce, mashed banana, or a commercial egg replacer can work smoothly depending on whether the recipe is sweet or savory.

Chef Technique Tips

Resist the urge to open the oven door during the first two-thirds of the baking cycle. Opening the door vents trapped heat and steam, which can cause delicate baked goods to deflate or lose their rise.

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