Maple Pots de Crème with Almond Praline

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Maple Pots de Crème with Almond Praline
240 min.
4
549kcal

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Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Maple Pots de Crème with Almond Praline, a dessert that beautifully marries the warm, comforting flavors of maple with the satisfying crunch of caramelized almonds. This vegetarian and gluten-free treat is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to something special.

With a preparation time of just four hours, this dessert allows you to savor the anticipation as it chills to perfection. Each serving is a luxurious experience, boasting 549 calories of pure bliss. The silky custard, made from fresh egg yolks and heavy whipping cream, is infused with the essence of maple, creating a flavor profile that is both nostalgic and sophisticated.

The pièce de résistance is the almond praline, a delightful topping that adds a textural contrast to the smooth custard. The sweet, crunchy praline is made by caramelizing sliced almonds, resulting in a treat that is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Whether enjoyed on a cozy evening or served as a grand finale to a festive meal, these Maple Pots de Crème are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and embark on a culinary adventure that will elevate your dessert game to new heights!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons almonds sliced
  • pinch kosher salt 
  • teaspoon plus light
  • tablespoons t brown sugar dark packed ()
  • large egg yolk 
  • 1.5 cups cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.1 teaspoon peppermint flavoring 
  • 0.3 cup maple sugar 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • tablespoon water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • ramekin
  • baking pan
  • pastry brush

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Scatteralmonds on small rimmed baking sheet.
  2. Bake almonds until golden brown, about 3minutes.
  3. Remove from oven. Push almondstogether in 4-inch square on sheet and cool.
  4. Stir sugar, 1 tablespoon water, cornsyrup, and coarse salt in small heavysaucepan over low heat until sugardissolves. Increase heat; boil withoutstirring until syrup is dark amber,occasionally swirling pan and brushingdown sides with wet pastry brush, about5 minutes. Immediately pour caramel evenlyover almonds, coating completely.
  5. Let standuntil cold and hard, about 30 minutes. Breakpraline into pieces or process to coarsecrumbs. DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 daysahead. Store airtight at room temperature.
  6. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  7. Arrange four 3/4-cup ramekins or custardcups in 13 x 9 x 2-inch metal baking pan.
  8. Whisk yolks, both sugars, extract, and saltin medium bowl to blend. Gradually whiskin cream. Divide custard among ramekins.
  9. Pour enough hot water into baking pan tocome halfway up sides of ramekins.
  10. Bake custards until center is just set,about 35 minutes.
  11. Transfer to work surface;let stand 15 minutes. Chill uncovered untilcold, at least 2 hours. Cover; chill overnight.
  12. Sprinkle praline over custards.

Nutrition Facts

Calories549kcal
Protein5.47%
Fat66.59%
Carbs27.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.52
Glycemic Load
17.98
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
12.516956541849%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.12mg
Catechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:548.83kcal
27.44%
Fat:41.54g
63.92%
Saturated Fat:23.16g
144.75%
Carbohydrates:39.22g
13.07%
Net Carbohydrates:38.6g
14.04%
Sugar:36.42g
40.47%
Cholesterol:376.25mg
125.42%
Sodium:51.75mg
2.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.68g
15.35%
Manganese:1.01mg
50.26%
Vitamin A:1679.73IU
33.59%
Selenium:17.46µg
24.95%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.39%
Vitamin D:2.81µg
18.7%
Vitamin E:2.76mg
18.39%
Phosphorus:176.1mg
17.61%
Zinc:2.17mg
14.44%
Calcium:128.51mg
12.85%
Folate:43.06µg
10.77%
Vitamin B12:0.64µg
10.67%
Vitamin B5:1.03mg
10.31%
Iron:1.34mg
7.42%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.52%
Magnesium:25.37mg
6.34%
Potassium:211.44mg
6.04%
Copper:0.1mg
5.23%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.08%
Vitamin K:3.03µg
2.89%
Fiber:0.63g
2.5%
Vitamin B3:0.26mg
1.29%
Source:Epicurious