Crème Brûlée Végétale

Crème Brûlée Végétale is a delightful vegan twist on the classic French dessert, featuring a creamy coconut and almond base topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust. This indulgent dish is perfect for a midnight treat, offering a rich flavor profile while being entirely plant-based.

Ingredients

• canned coconut milk - 200 ml
• almond milk - 100 ml
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• agar-agar powder - 1 teaspoon
• maple syrup - 3 tablespoons
• cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• sugar - 2 tablespoons (for caramelizing)
• pinch of salt

Steps

1. In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, almond milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup, agar-agar powder, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth.
2. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously until it reaches a gentle boil. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes until it thickens.
3. Remove from heat and pour the mixture into two ramekins. Let them cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
4. Once set, remove the ramekins from the fridge. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of sugar evenly over the top of each cream.
5. Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar until it forms a golden crust. If you don’t have a torch, you can place the ramekins under a broiler for a few minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
6. Let the caramelized sugar cool and harden for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 34 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 11 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 14 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from coconut milk, which can support heart health.
• Contains antioxidants from maple syrup and vanilla, which may help reduce oxidative stress.

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