Cheats berry crème brûlée
- Serves 4
- Prep time: 20 mins + chilling time | Cooking time: 00
Everyone loves a classic Creme Brulee, but this foolproof version takes half the time to execute! With pops of raspberry and vanilla hidden beneath a crisp caramelised shell, this dessert is a beautiful end to any meal. For a delicious beer pairing, enjoy this dessert with your favourite porter or stout.
Ingredients
200g mascarpone
1 tsp vanilla extract
400g store bought custard
1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
¼ cup caster sugar
Shortbread to serve, if desired
Method
Using a whisk or electric beater, beat the mascarpone and vanilla until smooth. Add ½ of the custard and fold through with a spatula until incorporated, then fold through the remaining custard.
Place the raspberries into the base of 4-6 ramekins, then spoon the custard mixture over the top. Tap lightly on your bench to flatten the custard surface, then place into the fridge for a minimum of 1 hour.
Once chilled, remove from the fridge and sprinkle the caster sugar in a thin, even layer over the creme brulees. Using a blowtorch, gently torch the sugar until golden and caramelised.
Serve immediately once torched, or keep covered in the fridge for up to 24 hours.