Lemon Verbena Crème Brûlée

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Lemon Verbena Crème Brûlée
45 min.
8
536kcal

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Indulge your senses with a delightful twist on a classic dessert: Lemon Verbena Crème Brûlée. This vegetarian and gluten-free treat is perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or simply treating yourself after a long day. With its creamy texture and a hint of citrus, this luscious dessert captures the essence of summer, making each spoonful a refreshing experience.

The inclusion of fresh lemon verbena leaves elevates this crème brûlée, giving it a unique flavor profile that is both aromatic and slightly herbal. As you savor the rich custard topped with a caramelized layer of sugar, you’ll find that the balance of sweetness and zest leaves you craving more. This recipe serves eight, so there’s plenty to share—or keep all to yourself!

In just 45 minutes of preparation and baking time, you'll create a stunning dish that not only looks impressive but also boasts a caloric delight of 536 kcal per serving. Whether you enjoy it straight out of the oven or chill it in the refrigerator for later, this crème brûlée is poised to be a beloved addition to your dessert repertoire. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let’s bring a touch of elegance to your dining table with this captivating Lemon Verbena Crème Brûlée!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup brown sugar light packed
  • large egg yolk 
  • 3.3 cups cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.3 cup optional: lemon fresh
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • pinch salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • ramekin
  • baking pan
  • roasting pan
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Place 8 individual (1/2-cup) flan dishes or ramekins in 2-inch-deep baking dish or roasting pan; set aside.
  2. Combine cream and next 4 ingredients in a heavy saucepan. Stir over medium heat 5 minutes or until sugar dissolves and mixture comes to a simmer. Cover pan, reduce heat to low, and simmer gently 10 minutes to infuse flavors.
  3. Whisk yolks in a large bowl until smooth. Strain cream mixture into a large measuring cup. Gradually whisk hot cream mixture into yolks.
  4. Pour mixture equally into prepared baking dishes.
  5. Pour enough hot water into roasting pan to reach halfway up sides of ramekins. Carefully place pan in oven.
  6. Bake at 325 for 30 to 35 minutes or until custard is almost set in center when pan is gently shaken.
  7. Remove flan dishes from hot water, and cool 30 minutes. Refrigerate at least 3 hours.
  8. Sprinkle 1 1/2 tablespoons light brown sugar evenly over surface of each custard.
  9. Place ramekins on a baking sheet, and broil 5 1/2 inches from heat 3 minutes or until sugar melts. Cool on wire racks to allow sugar to harden.
  10. Serve immediately or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts

Calories536kcal
Protein4.04%
Fat64.69%
Carbs31.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.95
Glycemic Load
13.2
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
7.6956522244474%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.42mg
Hesperetin
1.85mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:536.14kcal
26.81%
Fat:39.49g
60.75%
Saturated Fat:23.86g
149.15%
Carbohydrates:42.94g
14.31%
Net Carbohydrates:42.72g
15.53%
Sugar:41.82g
46.46%
Cholesterol:292.86mg
97.62%
Sodium:45.23mg
1.97%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.55g
11.1%
Vitamin A:1668.09IU
33.36%
Selenium:12.81µg
18.3%
Vitamin D:2.46µg
16.43%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.28%
Phosphorus:124.31mg
12.43%
Calcium:105.28mg
10.53%
Vitamin E:1.34mg
8.93%
Vitamin B12:0.49µg
8.1%
Vitamin B5:0.8mg
7.96%
Folate:29.67µg
7.42%
Vitamin C:4.58mg
5.55%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.39%
Zinc:0.64mg
4.24%
Potassium:147.93mg
4.23%
Iron:0.76mg
4.22%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.48%
Vitamin K:3.21µg
3.06%
Magnesium:10.06mg
2.52%
Copper:0.04mg
1.88%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.31%
Source:My Recipes