Coffee Creme Brulee *CHEAT*

 

 

Creme Brulee is another of those recipes, that I have avoided, despite my love for them. I found a recipe which didn’t involve a water bath and thought I would make just enough for me and the mister. 

 

The ingredients are as follows:

 

• 300g single cream
• 3 tsp coffee granules
• 5 tbs sugar
• 3 egg yolks
• 2 tbs plain flour
• 1/2 tbsp brandy

 

Put the cream, coffee granules and 2.5 tbs of sugar in a pan and warm gently until all dissolved, resist the temptation to drink this mixture after smelling the lovely coffee smells. 

 

Beat the egg yolks and flour together to make a smooth paste in a large bowl, slowly add the coffee cream until smooth and then return to the pan. Heat the whole mixture very gently for 5-10 minutes until it thickens. Stir in the brandy and divide into your bowls/pots. Leave to cool, then cover and chill overnight. 

 

When ready to serve, sprinkle with the remaining sugar, caramelise under the grill or with a blow torch until brown. Allow to cool, crack the crust with the back of your spoon and sink into the yummy custard beneath. 

 

Not quite the traditional perfection, but I will be brave another time!