Caramelized sugar cream with strawberries

Burnt sugar cream with strawberries - a quick and elegant dessert

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Total: 45 minutes
Number of servings: 4

Looking for a simple yet impressive dessert? Burnt sugar cream with strawberries is the perfect answer. The combination of sweet caramel and fresh strawberries adds flavor and a touch of elegance to your table. This recipe will guide you step by step to achieve a perfect result.

Ingredients:
- 7 tablespoons of granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons of liqueur (you can use strawberry liqueur or rum)
- 500 ml of milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence
- 250 g of fresh strawberries
- A pinch of salt

Preparing burnt sugar cream with strawberries:

1. Start by preparing the caramel. In a small saucepan, add the 7 tablespoons of sugar and 2 tablespoons of liqueur. Place the saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spatula until the sugar dissolves and turns a golden color, like honey. Be careful, as the sugar can burn very quickly, so do not leave it unattended.

2. Once the sugar has caramelized, carefully pour it into the ramekins, covering the bottom of each mold evenly. Let the caramel cool and harden.

3. In another saucepan, heat the milk until just before boiling. Make sure it doesn't boil; the warmth will help combine the flavors. Once the milk is warm, add the vanilla essence and stir.

4. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with a whisk, adding a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor. Gradually add the warm milk to the egg mixture, stirring continuously to avoid curdling the eggs.

5. Strain this mixture over the hardened caramel in the ramekins, filling them up to ¾ full.

6. Preheat the oven to 160°C. Place the ramekins in a deep baking dish and add hot water to the dish so that it reaches the middle of the ramekins (this water bath baking method will ensure a smooth and creamy texture).

7. Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes or until the cream sets but is still slightly soft in the center. Check with a knife: if it comes out clean, the cream is ready.

8. Once the cream is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

9. Before serving, wash and slice the strawberries. Place a few slices of fresh strawberries on top of each serving, adding a splash of strawberry liqueur for extra flavor.

Serving suggestion: Serve the burnt sugar cream with strawberries elegantly, adding a few fresh mint leaves for a contrast of color and flavor.

Possible variations: Replace strawberries with other seasonal fruits, such as peaches or raspberries, to add a personal touch to your dessert. You can also try adding a bit of cinnamon to the milk mixture for a more complex flavor.

This burnt sugar cream with strawberries recipe is not only simple but also extremely versatile, perfect for any occasion. Enjoy every bite and let yourself be carried away by the delicate flavors of this refined dessert!

 Ingredients: One and a half liters of milk, 7 large eggs, 7 + 7 tablespoons of sugar, 3 tablespoons of amaretto, 200-300 grams of chopped strawberries, vanilla essence.