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Coconut Lime Crème Brûlée

2023-02-20 - Written by: Emma Taylor

Coconut Lime Crème Brûlée

A creamy coconut crème brûlée infused with the brightness of lime, topped with a layer of caramelized sugar.

Coconut Lime Crème Brûlée

Servings: 6-8

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare the Molds

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Pour a small amount of water into the bottom of each ramekin, about 1 tablespoon.

Step 2: Make the Coconut Cream Mixture

In a medium saucepan, whisk together the heavy cream, granulated sugar, and unsweetened shredded coconut. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 3: Temper the Egg Yolks

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks. Gradually add the warm coconut cream mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling.

Step 4: Add the Lime Juice and Coconut Milk

Whisk in the freshly squeezed lime juice and coconut milk. Season with salt to taste.

Step 5: Pour into Molds and Bake

Pour the coconut lime mixture into the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 of the way full. Place the ramekins in a large baking dish and add hot water to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set.

Step 6: Chill and Caramelize

Refrigerate the crème brûlée for at least 2 hours, then sprinkle a thin layer of granulated sugar over the top of each chilled ramekin. Caramelize the sugar with a kitchen torch.

Serve

Serve the coconut lime crème brûlée chilled, with the caramelized sugar on top. Enjoy!