Crema catalana con chocolate blanco Paloma de la Rica from palomadelarica.com
Introduction
Crema Catalana is a traditional Spanish dessert that is similar to crème brûlée. It is a creamy and sweet dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The dish is made with simple ingredients that are easy to find, and the recipe is very easy to follow. This recipe will make four servings of Crema Catalana.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
4 egg yolks
1/2 cup of sugar
2 cups of milk
1 cinnamon stick
1 lemon peel
1/4 cup of cornstarch
1/4 cup of brandy
1/4 cup of sugar (for the topping)
Instructions
Step 1: Heat the Milk
In a saucepan, heat the milk, cinnamon stick, and lemon peel over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent the milk from boiling.
Step 2: Mix the Egg Yolks and Sugar
In a separate bowl, mix the egg yolks and sugar until they are well combined.
Step 3: Add Cornstarch to the Egg Mixture
Add the cornstarch to the egg mixture and stir until it is well mixed.
Step 4: Pour the Egg Mixture into the Milk
Remove the cinnamon stick and lemon peel from the milk. Slowly pour the egg mixture into the milk while stirring constantly.
Step 5: Cook the Mixture
Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens. This should take about 10 minutes.
Step 6: Add Brandy
Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the brandy.
Step 7: Pour the Mixture into Ramekins
Pour the mixture into four ramekins and let it cool to room temperature.
Step 8: Chill the Ramekins
Place the ramekins in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours.
Step 9: Add the Topping
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of sugar on top of each ramekin. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until it turns golden brown.
Step 10: Serve and Enjoy
Serve the Crema Catalana immediately after caramelizing the sugar. Enjoy!
Nutrition
The nutritional value of Crema Catalana will vary depending on the ingredients used and the portion size. However, here is an estimate of the nutritional information for one serving of this recipe:
Calories: 320
Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 250mg
Sodium: 95mg
Conclusion
Crema Catalana is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture and sweet flavor, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So, give this recipe a try and enjoy the taste of Spain!
