How to Make: Crema Catalana (from scratch!!)

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: whole milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can be used for a dairy-free version.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia offers a sugar-free option, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

egg yolks

🥗Healthier: silken tofu

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Silken tofu provides a vegan alternative, while egg substitutes can be more affordable.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed, while granulated sugar is typically cheaper.

Separate egg yolks from egg whites.

Combine 160 grams of egg yolks with 150 grams of sugar and 40 grams of corn starch.

Mix well until a uniform consistency is achieved.

Boil 1 liter of whole milk with a cinnamon stick and orange zest.

Strain the milk mixture while pouring it into the bowl of egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch mixture.

Mix well.

Cook with very low fire while stirring continuously to prevent boiling.

Put the mixture in a bowl where it will be served and sprinkle sugar on top.

Use a cooking torch to caramelize the sugar.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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