Because making choices means giving something up, we decided to create a 2-in-1 dessert to stock up on indulgence. We present to you the croissant crème brûlée, an original and totally addictive recipe. You’re going to be hooked!
Croissant + Crème Brûlée = The Best Dessert in the World!
If you love croissants and crème brûlée, you’re clearly in the right place. This recipe is as addictive as can be: we’ll stuff a croissant with crème brûlée filling and dust the whole thing with sugar to create that beautiful crust, the ultimate symbol of crème brûlée. The result is undeniable. Soft and melting on the inside, with a satisfying crunch and incredibly indulgent, your guests will praise you for this original dessert that is also incredibly easy to make at home!
Serve at the end of the meal to finish on a sweet note or for your next brunch; you will impress everyone with this soft and generous preparation. Plus, it’s perfect for repurposing yesterday’s croissants if you bought too many. We’re sharing all the details to redo this recipe at home—you’ll see it’s very easy. Small tip: choose brown sugar for better caramelization 😋
To make this recipe, follow the steps below:
Croissant Crème Brûlée 🥐
Serves 4
Ingredients:
– 4 egg yolks
– 4 Tbsp granulated sugar (about 55 g)
– 2 Tbsp cornstarch (about 25 g)
– 250 ml milk
– 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
– 30 g unsalted butter
– 4 croissants
– A little sugar for caramelization
Preparation:
1. Whisk the egg yolks with the sugar in a saucepan. Add the cornstarch and mix well to incorporate it.
2. Pour in the milk gradually while continuing to whisk. Add the vanilla extract.
3. Heat the mixture over low heat until the custard thickens. Stir in the cold butter off the heat and mix until it is fully melted.
4. Let the custard cool completely.
5. Hollow out a cavity in each croissant and fill with the custard. Refrigerate for at least two hours.
6. Before serving, sprinkle a little sugar on the custard and brûlée with a culinary torch until a beautiful caramelization is achieved. Enjoy immediately!
