Chocolate Hibiscus Creme Brulee

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12

Indulgent Chocolate Hibiscus Creme Brulee for the sweet toothed

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

443

Sugar

37g

Fat

30g

Chocolate and hibiscus may not be an obvious flavor pairing, but they complement each other surprisingly well in this indulgent creme brulee recipe. The smooth, creamy custard base is infused with the floral notes of hibiscus, which pair perfectly with the rich, decadent chocolate. The caramelized sugar topping adds a satisfying crunch to each bite. This dessert is perfect for any special occasion or when you just need a little indulgence.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 300°F.
2.	In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the light cream, milk, and hibiscus flowers. Steep for 10 minutes, then remove from heat.
3.	Strain the mixture using a fine mesh strainer.
4.	In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar.
5.	Slowly pour the cream mixture into the egg mixture while stirring constantly.
6.	Add the chopped chocolate and mix gently.
7.	Pour the mixture into 6-ounce ramekins and place them in a sheet tray.
8.	Pour hot water into the sheet tray until it reaches halfway up the ramekins.
9.	Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until set. Remove from oven and let cool.
10.	Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of sugar on top of each ramekin and use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden brown.
11.	Allow the creme brulee to cool and set for an additional 10 minutes before serving.

PROS

This creamy, velvety dessert will satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings.
The addition of hibiscus flowers lends a unique, floral flavor that balances the richness of the chocolate.
The crispy caramelized sugar topping adds a nice textural contrast.

CONS

Creme brulee is a high-calorie, indulgent dessert that should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
It is also a fairly time-consuming recipe to prepare, with several steps involved.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it does contain some beneficial nutrients. Chocolate contains antioxidants and has been linked to improving heart health and brain function. Hibiscus flowers are rich in vitamin C and have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties.

	1 1/2 cups light cream
	1/2 cup milk
	1/3 cup dried hibiscus flowers
	3 ounces chocolate
	1/3 cup sugar
	3 egg yolks
	2 tablespoons sugar