📍 Where this dish comes from: County Antrim, Northern Ireland · The Giant’s Causeway
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This Keto Irish Whiskey Crème Brûlée is a decadent, creamy, and indulgent dessert infused with the smooth flavor of Irish whiskey. It’s a low-carb twist on the classic French dessert, with a rich custard base topped with a crispy caramelized sugar-free sweetener crust. It’s the perfect treat for a special occasion or a delightful end to any meal.
What You’ll Need
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup powdered erythritol (or your preferred keto sweetener)
- 2 tbsp Irish whiskey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp granulated erythritol (for the brûlée topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Prepare a water bath by placing 4 ramekins in a large baking dish, ensuring they're spaced evenly.
- Heat the cream: In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer (don't let it boil). Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- Whisk the egg yolks: In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks and powdered erythritol until the mixture is pale and creamy. Slowly whisk in the Irish whiskey and vanilla extract.
- Temper the eggs: Gradually pour the warm cream into the egg mixture, whisking continuously to prevent the eggs from curdling. Mix until smooth and fully combined.
- Bake the custard: Divide the custard mixture evenly among the ramekins. Pour hot water into the baking dish, filling it halfway up the sides of the ramekins to create a water bath. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the custard is just set and slightly wobbly in the center.
- Cool and chill: Remove the ramekins from the water bath and allow them to cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to set completely.
- Make the brûlée topping: Before serving, sprinkle 1/2 tablespoon of granulated erythritol evenly over the top of each custard. Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sweetener until it forms a crispy golden-brown crust. If you don't have a torch, you can place the ramekins under the broiler for a few minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Serve: Let the brûlée cool for a minute to allow the crust to harden, then serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Protein: 5g | Fat: 35g
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Health Benefits
- Erythritol replaces sugar in both the custard and the brûlée topping.
- Egg yolks and heavy cream make this a naturally high-fat, low-carb dessert.