Eggnog Crème Brûlée

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Eggnog Crème Brûlée
45 min.
8
581kcal

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Indulge in the luxurious flavors of the holiday season with this delightful Eggnog Crème Brûlée. A stunning fusion of classic eggnog and the silky richness of crème brûlée, this dessert is designed to impress your guests while being entirely vegetarian and gluten-free. The creamy custard base, infused with dark rum and velvety whipping cream, brings the warm, festive notes of nutmeg and brandy right to your table.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this dessert allows you to spend more time enjoying the company of your friends and family. With each spoonful, you'll experience the smooth and velvety texture followed by the satisfying crunch of the caramelized sugar topping, which adds a delightful contrast. Perfect as a holiday treat or a special occasion dessert, the Eggnog Crème Brûlée is bound to become a favorite in your recipe collection.

Not only is this dessert visually stunning, but it also offers a rich caloric experience that encapsulates the essence of festive indulgence. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, this recipe promises to elevate your dining experience to new heights. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let the magic of this Eggnog Crème Brûlée transform your next meal into an unforgettable celebration!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon brandy 
  • 0.3 cup rum dark
  • large egg yolk 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed ()
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • pinch salt 
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • cups whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • baking pan
  • roasting pan
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Place 11x8-inch (8-cup capacity) shallow ceramic baking dish in roasting pan.
  3. Mix cream and 2/3 cup sugar in medium saucepan. Bring to simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  4. Whisk yolks in medium bowl. Gradually whisk in hot cream mixture, then rum, brandy, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Transfer to baking dish.
  6. Pour enough hot water into roasting pan to come halfway up sides of dish. Carefully transfer pan to oven.
  7. Bake until custard is set around edges but center still jiggles slightly when dish is gently shaken, about 40 minutes.
  8. Remove ceramic dish from water. Chill custard on rack until cold, at least 3 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and keep chilled.)
  9. Preheat broiler. Press brown sugar through strainer over custard to cover completely and evenly. Watching closely, broil custard 4 to 6 inches from heat source until sugar bubbles and caramelizes, about 2 minutes. Chill custard until topping hardens, at least 1 hour and up to 3 hours.
  10. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts

Calories581kcal
Protein4.27%
Fat74.96%
Carbs20.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.26
Glycemic Load
11.66
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
8.146086913412%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:580.65kcal
29.03%
Fat:47.56g
73.17%
Saturated Fat:29.03g
181.41%
Carbohydrates:29.64g
9.88%
Net Carbohydrates:29.62g
10.77%
Sugar:29.13g
32.37%
Cholesterol:318.07mg
106.02%
Sodium:47.98mg
2.09%
Alcohol:3.13g
100%
Alcohol %:2.32%
100%
Protein:6.1g
12.2%
Vitamin A:1994.57IU
39.89%
Selenium:13.3µg
19%
Vitamin D:2.82µg
18.81%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.65%
Phosphorus:136.33mg
13.63%
Calcium:108.48mg
10.85%
Vitamin E:1.53mg
10.22%
Vitamin B12:0.52µg
8.7%
Vitamin B5:0.82mg
8.24%
Folate:29.77µg
7.44%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.26%
Zinc:0.69mg
4.58%
Potassium:144.73mg
4.14%
Vitamin K:3.93µg
3.74%
Iron:0.66mg
3.69%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.65%
Magnesium:10.23mg
2.56%
Copper:0.03mg
1.75%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.12%
Source:Epicurious