Creamy Pumpkin Crème Brûlée 🍮🎃
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cups (480 ml) light coconut cream 🥥
- 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract 🌼
- 4 large egg yolks 🥚
- ¼ cup (50g) coconut sugar 🍬
- ¼ cup (60g) pumpkin puree 🎃
- ¼ teaspoon pumpkin spice mix 🌿
- ⅛ teaspoon salt 🧂
- 6 teaspoons demerara sugar (for caramelizing) 🍬
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Preheat the Oven : Set your oven to 300°F (150°C). Arrange six 4-ounce ramekins in a large roasting pan to prepare for the water bath.
2. Heat the Cream : In a saucepan, combine the light coconut cream, vanilla extract, half of the coconut sugar, pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice mix, and salt. Heat over medium until the mixture begins to simmer.
3. Whisk the Egg Yolks : In a separate heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and the remaining coconut sugar until well blended. Gradually pour half of the warm coconut cream mixture into the egg yolks while whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
4. Combine Mixtures : Slowly pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining coconut cream, whisking continuously. Cook on low heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly, but do not let it boil.
5. Strain and Pour : Strain the custard mixture through a fine mesh strainer into another bowl to remove any curdled bits. Distribute the custard evenly among the ramekins.
6. Bake in Water Bath : Place the roasting pan in the oven and carefully pour hot water into the pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly wobbly in the center.
7. Cool and Chill : Allow the ramekins to cool on a wire rack until they reach room temperature. Then, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or up to 3 days.
8. Caramelize the Sugar : Just before serving, sprinkle about ½ to 1 teaspoon of demerara sugar on top of each custard. Gently shake the ramekins to evenly coat the sugar. Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar from the outer edge towards the center until it is golden brown and bubbly.
9. Serve : Enjoy your deliciously creamy pumpkin crème brûlée immediately after caramelizing the sugar for the best texture!
Enjoy this healthier twist on a classic dessert, perfect for the fall season! 🍂✨