Description
Matcha Crème Brûlée is a luxurious French dessert infused with earthy Japanese matcha green tea. This elegant treat combines a silky custard base with a crisp caramelized sugar topping, making it the perfect dessert for dinner parties, holidays, or any special occasion. With simple ingredients and a gourmet presentation, it’s a stunning fusion of French and Japanese flavors that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
2½ cups heavy cream, divided
4 teaspoons culinary grade matcha
4 large egg yolks
5 tablespoons granulated sugar, plus more for caramelizing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F and prepare hot water for a water bath.
- In a saucepan, heat 2 cups heavy cream. In a separate bowl, whisk matcha into ½ cup heavy cream until smooth, then add to the saucepan. Stir often and scald (do not boil). Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until combined. Slowly stream in the hot cream while whisking to temper the yolks.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a container with a spout for a silky texture.
- Place four 8-ounce ramekins in a deep baking pan. Pour custard mixture evenly into ramekins. Add hot water to the pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, until the centers are just set but slightly wobbly.
- Remove ramekins from the water bath, let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, sprinkle about 1 tablespoon sugar evenly on top of each custard. Torch until caramelized and golden. Allow to cool briefly before serving.
Notes
- Add a splash of vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- Use coconut cream for a dairy-free alternative.
- Try brown sugar for a deeper caramelized topping.
- Top with fresh berries or whipped cream for elegance.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Do not caramelize until serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Japanese Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
