Eggnog Creme Brûlée
Craving a holiday dessert with a luxurious twist? This Eggnog Crème Brûlée is the perfect seasonal delight. Infused with eggnog, nutmeg, and cinnamon, this dessert brings the warmth and nostalgia of eggnog to the elegant, creamy custard of crème brûlée. A golden caramelized sugar crust adds the perfect crackle on top, transforming this dessert into a festive experience for family gatherings or holiday dinners.
Making crème brûlée at home may seem intimidating, but with a few simple ingredients and a kitchen torch, you can create this restaurant-quality dessert right in your kitchen.
This recipe yields six servings, ideal for a small dinner party or to enjoy over a couple of days. The gentle spiced eggnog flavor pairs beautifully with the creamy texture, making each spoonful a cozy treat. So gather your ingredients, and let’s make a holiday-inspired dessert that’s sure to impress!
Eggnog Crème Brûlée Recipe
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Saucepan
- Ramekins (6)
- Baking dish
- Kitchen torch
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ cup eggnog
- 5 large egg yolks
- ½ cup granulated sugar plus extra for topping
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Prepare Ramekins: Place 6 ramekins in a baking dish with high sides.
- Heat Cream and Eggnog: In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream and eggnog over medium heat until hot (do not boil). Remove from heat.
- Whisk Eggs and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until smooth. Gradually whisk the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks, a little at a time, to temper without cooking the eggs.
- Add Flavoring: Stir in vanilla extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the mixture evenly into the ramekins. Fill the baking dish with hot water halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the custard is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Chill: Remove ramekins from water bath and chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Caramelize: Before serving, sprinkle 1-2 tsp of sugar on top of each custard. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden brown.
