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Japanese Sweet Potato Creme Brulee

A delightful twist on the classic creme brulee, using the natural sweetness of Japanese sweet potatoes.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Japanese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Japanese sweet potatoes, mashed
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • ½ cup Milk
  • ½ cup Sugar
  • 4 Egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoon Sugar (for caramelizing)

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until pale and creamy.
  3. Heat the heavy cream and milk in a saucepan until just about to boil. Remove from heat and slowly pour into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
  4. Add the mashed sweet potatoes and vanilla extract to the mixture, blending until smooth.
  5. Pour the mixture into ramekins and place them in a baking dish. Fill the dish with hot water halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the centers are just set. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  7. Before serving, sprinkle a thin layer of sugar on top of each creme brulee and caramelize with a blowtorch until golden and crispy.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 180mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Crème Brûlée, Dessert, Sweet Potato
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