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Strawberry Shortcake Crème Brûlée

2023-02-20 - Written by: Emma Taylor

Desserts Fruit-based desserts Custards and puddings

Strawberry Shortcake Crème Brûlée

A creamy strawberry shortcake filling layered with caramelized sugar, atop a bed of vanilla bean-infused custard.

Strawberry Shortcake Crème Brûlée

Servings

4-6 individuals

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sliced strawberries
  • 2 tbsp strawberry jam
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for caramelizing)
  • Whipped cream and fresh strawberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and small bubbles appear on the surface (about 5 minutes).
  3. Stir occasionally during this time.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. Strain the mixture into a clean bowl to remove any excess vanilla bean pulp or other particles.
  6. In a separate saucepan, combine the sliced strawberries and strawberry jam over low heat until the berries release their juices (about 5 minutes).
  7. Once heated through, set aside for later use.
  8. In a separate dish, prepare a water bath and bring it to a boil.
  9. Pour the heavy cream mixture into ramekins or small baking dishes.
  10. Place these in the preheated water bath, making sure the water level is at least halfway up their sides.
  11. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until set around the edges but still jiggly in the center.
  12. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack to room temperature.
  13. Cover with plastic wrap directly on top of each ramekin and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

For Caramelizing:

  1. Just before serving, sprinkle an even layer of granulated sugar over the top of each chilled crème brûlée.
  2. Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar to your desired golden brown hue.
  3. Alternatively, place under the broiler for about 30 seconds (watching closely) or until lightly browned.

Assembly and Serving:

  1. To assemble, top each chilled crème brûlée with a spoonful of warm strawberry shortcake filling, then drizzle some caramelized sugar over the top.
  2. Garnish with whipped cream and fresh strawberries if desired.
  3. Serve immediately.

Note: This recipe was generated based on combining elements from Strawberry Shortcake (No. 33) and Crème Brûlée (No. 60).