Description
A luscious crème caramel infused with the delicate aroma of Darjeeling tea and a hint of ginger, offering a silky texture and a rich caramel glaze.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (500ml) whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp good-quality Darjeeling tea leaves
- 4 eggs
- 2 tbsp ginger paste
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (for caramel)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F). Lightly grease four small ramekins and place them in a deep baking pan.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the Darjeeling tea leaves. Let steep for 5 minutes, then strain to remove the tea leaves.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs lightly. Gradually add the infused milk, whisking continuously to prevent the eggs from curdling.
- Add 3/4 cup of granulated sugar, ginger paste, and vanilla extract to the egg and milk mixture. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- In a clean saucepan, melt 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar over medium heat, swirling occasionally, until it turns a deep amber color. Quickly pour the caramel into the prepared ramekins, tilting them to coat the bottom evenly.
- Pour the custard mixture over the caramel in the ramekins.
- Fill the baking pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly wobbly in the center.
- Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
- To serve, run a sharp knife around the edge of each ramekin and invert onto a plate, allowing the caramel to flow over the custard.
Notes
For a stronger tea flavor, increase the steeping time of the tea leaves. Ensure the caramel is a deep amber color for the best flavor. The custard should be slightly wobbly in the center when done. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 54
- Sodium: 75
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 55
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 7
- Cholesterol: 150