Savory Crème Brûlée with Goat Cheese & Fig Chili Jam
A delightful twist on classic crème brûlée, combining creamy goat cheese with a hint of spice from fig chili jam.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 150 g fresh goat cheese Ensure the goat cheese is at room temperature for easy blending.
- 200 ml heavy cream
- to taste salt and pepper Season according to preference.
For Serving
- 1 jar fig chili jam Top the brûlée before serving.
- sugar for caramelizing Use granulated sugar for best results.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese and heavy cream until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into ramekins.
- Place ramekins in a baking dish and fill the dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until just set.
- Let cool and refrigerate for a few hours.
Serving
- Before serving, top with a spoonful of fig chili jam and sprinkle sugar on top.
- Use a culinary torch to caramelize the sugar until golden brown.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Keep the caramelized sugar separate to maintain its crunchy texture. Reheat gently before serving and re-torch the sugar topping.