Burnt Honey and Star Anise Creams

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 11

Burnt Honey and Star Anise Creams Recipe for a Delicious Dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

297

Sugar

22g

Fat

22g

Burnt Honey and Star Anise Creams are a twist on the classic crème brûlée dessert, adding an unexpected flavor that will delight your taste buds. This recipe is a great way to use up any leftover honey, as well as star anise, which is commonly used in Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine. These creams are creamy, rich, and sweet with a hint of spice, making them the perfect way to end a meal. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself to a special dessert, Burnt Honey and Star Anise Creams are a must-try recipe that is sure to impress!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 160°C/350°F.
2.	In a saucepan, combine the milk, cream, star anise, and cinnamon stick. Heat over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until hot but not boiling.
3.	Meanwhile, sprinkle the caster sugar evenly over the bottom of a large, shallow, oven-safe dish. Place the dish in the preheated oven and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sugar has melted and turned golden brown.
4.	Remove the dish from the oven and immediately whisk in the eggs, honey, and warm milk mixture. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large, heatproof jug.
5.	Divide the mixture between 6-8 ramekins and place them in a deep baking dish or roasting tin.
6.	Pour boiling water into the dish around the ramekins, until the water reaches halfway up the sides of the dishes.
7.	Bake for 30-40 minutes, until the creams are set but still wobbly in the centre.
8.	Remove the ramekins from the water bath and leave to cool to room temperature.
9.	Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours, or until cold and set.

PROS

These Burnt Honey and Star Anise Creams have a unique flavor that combines the sweetness of honey with the subtle spiciness of star anise, making for a delicious and satisfying dessert.

This recipe is easy to make and can be prepped ahead of time, making it perfect for dinner parties or special occasions.

CONS

This dessert is quite rich, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

Some people may not enjoy the taste of star anise, so be sure to taste-test the flavor before making a large batch.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it does contain some beneficial ingredients.
Honey has natural antibacterial properties and can help soothe a sore throat or cough.
Star anise has been used as a natural remedy for coughs, colds, and digestive issues for centuries.

	1 cup milk
	1 cup cream
	3 star anise
	1 cinnamon stick
	1/3 cup caster sugar ( superfine sugar )
	3 eggs
	1/3 cup honey