Description
This Maple Syrup Pot De Creme is a rich and creamy dessert with a distinct maple flavor, inspired by the culinary traditions of Quebec.
Ingredients
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- 6 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons granulated maple sugar (or 1 tablespoon organic cane sugar as a substitute)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the maple syrup in a saucepan and reduce by half over medium heat, or until you have a very thick syrup. Keep the syrup warm until ready for use.
- In a separate saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and granulated maple sugar (or cane sugar) together until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
- Slowly pour the warm milk and cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
- Stir in the reduced maple syrup until fully incorporated.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any cooked egg bits.
- Divide the custard mixture evenly among ramekins or small ovenproof dishes.
- Place the ramekins in a baking dish and fill the dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the custards are set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
For a more intense maple flavor, use pure maple syrup. If you can’t find granulated maple sugar, organic cane sugar is a good substitute. Serve chilled for the best texture. This dessert pairs well with a cup of coffee or tea.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 35
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 200