Caramel Cream Cake

Burnt sugar cream cake

A dessert that perfectly blends the sweet taste of burnt sugar with the delicacy of a fine cream, burnt sugar cream cake is an ideal choice for any occasion. This recipe is not just a simple combination of ingredients but a true culinary tradition, combining ancient cooking techniques with a spectacular result. Plus, it's a quick dessert recipe, perfect for those who want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen.

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 60 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Number of servings: 12

Ingredients

For the burnt sugar cream:
- 8 eggs
- 1 liter of milk
- 150 g sugar
- 1 sachet vanilla sugar

For the counter top
- 5 eggs
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup sugar
- Grated peel of one orange

Step by step to a perfect cake

1. Prepare the burnt sugar:
In a large saucepan, I recommend using a Teflon one to avoid sticking, add 150 g of sugar. Put the saucepan on low heat and stir constantly with a wooden spoon. This process can take up to 10 minutes, but patience is essential. When the sugar turns brown and runny, take the saucepan off the heat and carefully roll the melted sugar around the sides of the saucepan to evenly coat them. Allow to cool slightly and the sugar will harden into a caramelized crust.

2. Making the cream:
In a bowl, add 1 quart milk, 8 whole eggs, and the vanilla sugar packet. Use an electric mixer to homogenize the mixture. Mix until fluffy, this is important to ensure an airy texture.

3. Preparing the cream:
In another bowl, add 5 eggs and 1 cup sugar. Mix until light in color and fluffy. Then, gradually stir in 1 cup flour, mixing gently so as not to lose air. Add the grated orange zest, which will give the cake a delicious fragrance.

4. Assemble the cake:
Carefully pour the milk mixture (cream) into the saucepan lined with burnt sugar. Then carefully carefully add the topping mixture on top. This step is crucial to achieve the desired effect, so make sure you pour slowly.

5. Baking:
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Place the casserole in a well heated oven and bake for 60 minutes. It's normal for the mixture to have a piftie-like consistency at the end - don't worry, it should be!

6. Cool and serve:
After baking, let the cake cool slightly in the pan. Then carefully turn it out onto a large platter. Cover and refrigerate. Ideally, let it chill overnight. The next day, when you take it out, the top will be on top and the custard will be delicate and smooth underneath.

Useful tips

- Burning sugar: Ideally use quality sugar as this will influence the final flavor of the cake. If you like a more intense caramel taste, you can let the sugar caramelize a little longer.
- Milk: Use whole milk for a richer cream. You can replace some of the milk with cream for extra creaminess.
- Variations: You can experiment by adding different flavors, such as almond essence or rum, to the cream.
- Serving: This cake goes perfectly with a fresh fruit sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Serve well chilled to bring out the texture.

Nutritional benefits

Burnt custard cake is high in protein thanks to the eggs and the milk provides essential calcium. However, it's a sweet dessert, so enjoy in moderation. Each serving contains about 350 calories, but depending on the ingredients used and portioning, this number may vary.

Frequently asked questions

1. Why is the cream separating from the countertop?
This is a natural characteristic of crème brûlée cake. The batter more easily rises to the surface during baking.

2. Can I use country eggs?
Of course! Country eggs will add a more intense flavor and color to the cake.

3. How can I store the cake?
The cake keeps well in the refrigerator, covered, for 3-4 days. I recommend taking it out an hour before serving to let it come to room temperature.

Now that you have all the information you need, all you have to do is get cooking! Burnt sugar custard cake is a great choice for festive meals or simply to spoil your family with a delicious dessert. Remember to enjoy every step of the process and share the result with your loved ones!

 Ingredients: burnt sugar cream: 8 eggs, 1 liter of milk, 150 g sugar, vanilla sugar. For the base: 5 eggs, 1 cup of flour, 1 cup of sugar, orange peel.