Balsamic-Blackberry Crème Brûlée

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Balsamic-Blackberry Crème Brûlée
45 min.
6
92kcal

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Balsamic-Blackberry Crème Brûlée, a sophisticated and elegant dessert that is sure to impress your guests. This recipe is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual treat, featuring the vibrant colors of fresh blackberries paired with the rich complexity of aged balsamic vinegar. Perfect for any occasion, this dish combines the creamy richness of Greek yogurt and sour cream with the natural sweetness of orange blossom honey, creating a dessert that is both indulgent and surprisingly light.

As you savor each spoonful, you’ll enjoy the contrasting textures of the smooth custard topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust—a hallmark of the classic crème brûlée experience. What makes this dessert stand out is its unique twist of flavors and the simplicity of preparation, taking only 45 minutes to whip up and serve to six people.

This recipe’s vegetarian and gluten-free attributes make it a versatile choice for gatherings, ensuring that all your guests can partake in this luxurious treat. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a refined dessert, our Balsamic-Blackberry Crème Brûlée is the perfect way to celebrate good food and great company. So, gather your ingredients, bring out your blow torch, and get ready to impress with this culinary gem that beautifully marries tradition with a touch of modern creativity!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • 2.5 cups blackberries fresh
  • 1.7 cups greek yogurt unflavored
  • 0.3 cup orange-flower water 
  • 0.3 cup cream sour

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • blow torch
  • ziploc bags
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. Put the blackberries and sprinkle with the vinegar.
  2. Let stand for 15 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of the berries for garnish. Divide the remaining berries among six standard-size flan dishes.
  3. In a medium bowl, stir together the yogurt and sour cream and divide the mixture among the dishes.
  4. Drizzle with the honey. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  5. When ready to serve, place the dishes on a baking sheet and evenly sprinkle 1 tablespoon brown or turbinado sugar over each custard. Using a hand-held blowtorch, caramelize the sugar (see note below).
  6. Garnish the top of the caramelized sugar with the reserved blackberries.
  7. Due to the moisture content of brown sugar, it recommended to dry it before caramelizing.
  8. Spread light or dark brown sugar out on a baking sheet in a 1/8-inch layer and bake in a preheated 275°F oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until browned a shade darker.
  9. Let cool, place in a small resealable plastic bag, and crush it thoroughly with a rolling pin or flat metal mallet to make fine crystals. Brown sugar treated in this manner has an excellent flavor when caramelized.
  10. From Crème Brûl&eacutue;e by Lou Seibert Pappas. Text copyright © 2005 by Lou Seibert Pappas; photographs copyright © 2005 by Alison Miksch. The Chronicle Books LLC edition published in 200
  11. Reprinted with permission by Chronicle Books.

Nutrition Facts

Calories92kcal
Protein29.58%
Fat28.7%
Carbs41.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.5
Glycemic Load
1.33
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.7534781953563%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
59.97mg
Pelargonidin
0.27mg
Peonidin
0.13mg
Catechin
22.24mg
Epigallocatechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
2.8mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.41mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.4mg
Quercetin
2.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:92.03kcal
4.6%
Fat:2.98g
4.58%
Saturated Fat:1.36g
8.49%
Carbohydrates:9.74g
3.25%
Net Carbohydrates:6.56g
2.39%
Sugar:6.38g
7.08%
Cholesterol:10.32mg
3.44%
Sodium:26.4mg
1.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.91g
13.81%
Manganese:0.4mg
20.22%
Vitamin C:12.72mg
15.41%
Fiber:3.18g
12.72%
Vitamin K:12.07µg
11.5%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.36%
Phosphorus:99.99mg
10%
Calcium:94.13mg
9.41%
Selenium:6.21µg
8.88%
Vitamin B12:0.42µg
6.93%
Potassium:200.47mg
5.73%
Copper:0.11mg
5.64%
Magnesium:20.35mg
5.09%
Vitamin E:0.76mg
5.04%
Folate:19.66µg
4.91%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.41%
Vitamin A:210.23IU
4.2%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.92%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.94%
Iron:0.48mg
2.65%
Vitamin B3:0.52mg
2.58%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.79%
Source:Epicurious