Crème brûlée with star anise — Credit: Flavur / OpenAI

Ingredients

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Pour the cream and milk into a saucepan. Add the star anise flowers. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and let infuse for 15 minutes. Remove the star anise.
3. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the sugar for 4 minutes. Gradually pour the cream into the egg yolks and mix gently.
4. Pour the mixture through a strainer into ramekins.
5. Place the ramequins in a baking dish filled with water up to halfway.
6. Bake for 35 minutes.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
8. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.
9. Sprinkle with brown sugar and caramelize under the broiler. Serve immediately.

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Dessert

Crème brûlée with star anise

Name: Crème brûlée with star anise
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: France
Ingredients: 350ml 35% cream; 125ml milk; 4 egg yolks; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 2 star anise flowers

Preparation: 30 min

Cooking: 35 min

Servings: 4

Star anise crème brûlée is a classic dessert revisited with a touch of anise. With its creamy texture and crispy caramel crust, this dessert is a must-have on any table. The star anise adds a subtle note that differentiates this crème brûlée from traditional versions, adding a unique depth of flavor.