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Dairy-Free Crme Brle (Paleo)

This Dairy-Free Crme Brle is a rich twist on the classic! Indulge in creamy coconut milk and a crispy caramelized top.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Paleo

Ingredients
  

  • 1 15-ounce can full-fat coconut milk
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 large vanilla bean scraped
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 4 teaspoons raw cane sugar or maple sugar, or coconut sugar
  • Fresh berries for garnish
  • Fresh mint for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Ramekins
  • Oven
  • Kitchen Torch (optional)
  • Strainer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the full-fat coconut milk, pure maple syrup, and the scraped vanilla bean along with its pod. Stir gently until warmed through, but do not let it boil.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks until pale and slightly thickened.
  4. Once the coconut milk mixture is warm, slowly pour it into the bowl with the whisked egg yolks, stirring continuously to prevent the eggs from cooking.
  5. Strain the custard mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a large measuring cup or bowl.
  6. Evenly distribute the custard mixture among your ramekins, filling each about three-quarters full.
  7. Place the filled ramekins in a baking dish. Carefully pour hot water into the baking dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still have a slight jiggle.
  8. Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  9. When ready to serve, sprinkle a thin, even layer of raw cane sugar on top of each custard. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden and bubbly.
  10. Allow the caramelized sugar to cool for a couple of minutes until it hardens. Top each crme brle with fresh berries and a sprig of mint.

Notes

  • Use high-quality coconut milk for the best flavor.
  • Chill the custard for at least 4 hours for the best texture.
  • Caramelize the sugar just before serving for a crispy topping.