Sucre La Creme

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Traditional Sucre La Creme recipe from Quebec

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup white sugar
	1 cup brown sugar
	1 cup heavy cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

386

Sugar

50g

Fat

20g

Sucre La Creme is a traditional dessert from Quebec, Canada. It is a simple and easy-to-make sweet treat that is perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth. The dessert consists of caramelized sugar, brown sugar, and heavy cream. The mixture is cooked over low heat until it thickens and is then poured into a small dish or cookie sheet and allowed to cool. Once cooled, it is cut into small squares and served. Sucre La Creme is commonly enjoyed during the holiday season in Quebec and is a popular gift among friends and family.

Instructions

1.	In a large heavy-bottom saucepan, add the white sugar and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until it melts and becomes amber in color.
2.	Add the brown sugar and continue stirring until it becomes a smooth mixture.
3.	Remove from heat and slowly add the heavy cream, stirring well until completely combined.
4.	Return the saucepan to medium-low heat and continue stirring until the mixture comes to a boil.
5.	Reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture thickens.
6.	Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes before pouring the mixture into a small greased dish or cookie sheet.
7.	Let cool completely. Once cooled, cut into small squares and serve.

PROS

Sucre La Creme is a simple and easy dessert that can be prepared with only a few ingredients.
It is perfect for those who have a sweet tooth and love to indulge in a delicious treat.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar, which can be a concern for those watching their sugar intake.
It also contains heavy cream, which is high in fat and calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Sucre La Creme is not the healthiest dessert, it does contain some health benefits. Brown sugar contains minerals such as magnesium, potassium, and calcium that are essential for strong bones. Heavy cream is a good source of vitamin A, which is important for maintaining healthy vision.