Caramelized Pineapple and Cinnamon Creme Brulee

Creme brulee is a classic French dessert that originated in the 17th century and is known for its creamy custard base and caramelized sugar topping.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 180 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Caramelized Pineapple and Cinnamon Creme Brulee

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: French Courses: Dessert, Dinner Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 3 hrs

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Pineapple
• 100 gram Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 6 piece Egg yolks
• 80 gram Caster sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 500 ml Double cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
2. Cut the pineapple into small pieces.
3. In a frying pan, caramelize the pineapple pieces with granulated sugar and cinnamon.
4. In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks, caster sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Heat the double cream in a saucepan until it starts to simmer.
6. Slowly pour the hot cream into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
7. Strain the mixture to remove any lumps.
8. Divide the caramelized pineapple among 4 ramekins.
9. Pour the custard mixture over the pineapple.
10. Place the ramekins in a baking dish and fill the dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
11. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly.
12. Remove from the oven and let the creme brulee cool to room temperature.
13. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
14. Sprinkle caster sugar on top of each creme brulee and use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar.
15. Let the caramelized sugar harden for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 30g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.