Best 9 Lemon Creme Brulee Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable harmony of sweet and tangy with our exquisite Lemon Crème Brûlée recipe. This classic French dessert is elevated with a vibrant citrus twist, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The smooth, velvety custard filling, infused with the refreshing zest of lemon, is encased in a crisp, caramelized sugar topping, adding a delightful textural contrast. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a culinary novice, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you through the process, ensuring a perfect crème brûlée every time.

But that's not all! Alongside the classic Lemon Crème Brûlée, we present a collection of equally enticing variations that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. From the richness of Chocolate Crème Brûlée to the aromatic nuances of Lavender Crème Brûlée, each recipe offers a unique flavor experience. For those seeking a gluten-free option, our Almond Flour Crème Brûlée provides a delightful alternative without compromising on taste or texture. And for a touch of elegance, our Grand Marnier Crème Brûlée adds a sophisticated twist with a hint of orange liqueur.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON CREME BRULEE



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Here's a refreshing, tangy twist on a classic. Don't have the kitchen torch traditionally used for creme brulee? Simply pop the ramekins under the broiler.-Sara Scheler, Helenville, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups heavy whipping cream
6 large egg yolks, room temperature
1/2 cup plus 5 teaspoons sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large saucepan, heat cream until bubbles form around sides of pan; remove from heat. In a large bowl, whisk egg yolks, 1/2 cup sugar and salt until blended but not foamy. Slowly stir in hot cream. Stir in lemon zest and extract., Place five 6-oz. broiler-safe ramekins in a baking pan large enough to hold them without touching. Pour egg mixture into ramekins. Place pan on oven rack; add very hot water to pan to within 1/2 in. of top of ramekins. Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean (centers will still be soft), 45-50 minutes., Immediately remove ramekins from water bath to a wire rack; cool 10 minutes. Refrigerate until cold., To caramelize topping with a kitchen torch, sprinkle custards evenly with remaining sugar. Hold torch flame about 2 in. above custard surface and rotate it slowly until sugar is evenly caramelized. Refrigerate 30-60 minutes before serving., To caramelize topping in a broiler, preheat broiler and place ramekins on a baking sheet; let stand at room temperature 15 minutes. Sprinkle custards evenly with remaining sugar. Broil 3-4 in. from heat until sugar is caramelized, 2-3 minutes. Refrigerate 30-60 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 652 calories, Fat 57g fat (35g saturated fat), Cholesterol 384mg cholesterol, Sodium 285mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

LEMON CRèME BRûLéE TART



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Categories     Milk/Cream     Food Processor     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Broil     Lemon     Spring     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Crust
1 cup all purpose flour
1/4 cup powdered sugar
Pinch of salt
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 teaspoons (or more) chilled whipping cream
1 egg white, beaten to blend
Filling
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
3/4 cup whipping cream
4 large egg yolks
2 large eggs
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon (packed) finely grated lemon peel
Lemon slices (optional)

Steps:

  • For crust:
  • Combine flour, sugar, and salt in processor; blend 5 seconds. Using on/off turns, blend in butter until coarse meal forms. Add 4 teaspoons cream. Using on/off turns, blend until moist clumps form, adding more cream by teaspoonfuls if dough is dry. Gather dough into ball; flatten into disk. Wrap and chill at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Roll out dough on floured surface to 12-inch round. Transfer to 9-inch-diameter tart pan with removable bottom. Fold overhang in, pressing to form double-thick sides. Bake crust until golden, pressing with back of fork if crust bubbles, about 18 minutes (small cracks may appear). Brush inside of hot crust twice with egg white. Maintain oven temperature.
  • For filling:
  • Whisk 3/4 cup sugar, cream, yolks, and eggs in bowl to blend well. Mix in lemon juice and lemon peel. Pour filling into warm crust. Bake until filling is slightly puffed at edges and set in center, about 30 minutes. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat broiler. Place tart on baking sheet. Cover edge of crust with foil to prevent burning. Sprinkle tart with 2 tablespoons sugar. Broil tart until sugar melts and caramelizes, turning sheet for even browning, about 2 minutes. Transfer tart to rack. Cool until topping is crisp, about 1 hour.
  • Push tart pan bottom up, releasing tart. Place on platter, garnish with lemon slices, if desired, and serve.

LEMON CRèME BRûLéE WITH FRESH BERRIES



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Alexis Watson of Irvine, California, writes: "You could say I'm a bit obsessive when it comes to cooking. Often I'll take a particular recipe and spend months perfecting it, as I've done with the crème brûlée."

Provided by Alexis Watson

Categories     Berry     Citrus     Dairy     Dessert     Bake     Broil     Freeze/Chill     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Anniversary     Chill     Bon Appétit     California     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups whipping cream
5 teaspoons grated lemon peel
3/4 cup sugar
6 large egg yolks
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 teaspoons golden brown sugar
2 1/2-pint containers fresh raspberries
1/4 cup Chambord (black-raspberry liqueur) or crème de cassis (black-currant liqueur)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Arrange eight 3/4-cup custard cups or ramekins in 13x9x2-inch metal baking pan. Combine cream and lemon peel in heavy small saucepan and bring to simmer. Whisk sugar and yolks in large bowl until thick, about 3 minutes. Gradually whisk in hot cream mixture, then vanilla and salt. Let stand 10 minutes. Strain custard, then divide among cups. Pour enough hot water into baking pan to come halfway up sides of cups.
  • Bake custards until just set in center, about 55 minutes. Remove custards from water bath; chill uncovered until firm, at least 3 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and keep refrigerated.)
  • Preheat broiler. Place custard cups on baking sheet. Strain brown sugar through small sieve onto custards, dividing equally. Broil until sugar melts and browns, about 2 minutes. Chill until topping is hard and crisp, at least 1 hour and up to 2 hours.
  • Combine raspberries and liqueur in bowl. Let stand at room temperature at least 15 minutes and up to 1 hour. Spoon berry mixture atop custards.

LEMON CREME BRULEE TART



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If you are looking for a special dessert and love lemon, look no further. This fits the bill on both counts.

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     Dessert

Time 5h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 pinch salt
6 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
4 teaspoons chilled whipping cream (or more)
1 egg white, beaten to blend
3/4 cup sugar, plus
2 tablespoons sugar
3/4 cup whipping cream
4 large egg yolks
2 large eggs
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest (packed)
lemon slice (to garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • For crust: Combine flour, sugar and salt in processor.
  • Blend 5 seconds.
  • Using on/off turns, blend in butter until coarse meal forms.
  • Add 4 teaspoons cream.
  • Using on/off turns, blend until moist clumps form, adding more cream by teaspoonfuls if dough is dry.
  • Gather dough into ball; flatten into disk.
  • Wrap and chill at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Roll out dough on floured surface to 12-inch round.
  • Transfer to 9-inch diameter tart pan with removable bottom.
  • Roll overhand in, pressing to form double thick sides.
  • Bake crust until golden, pressing with the back of fork if crust bubbles, about 18 minutes (small cracks may appear).
  • Brush inside of hot crust twice with egg white.
  • Maintain oven temperature.
  • For filling: Whisk 3/4 cup sugar, cream, yolks, and eggs in bowl to blend well.
  • Mix in lemon juice and lemon peel.
  • Pour filling into warm crust.
  • Bake until filling is slightly puffed at edges and set in center, about 30 minutes.
  • Cool completely about 1 hour.
  • Preheat broiler.
  • Place tart on baking sheet.
  • Cover edge of crust with foil to prevent burning.
  • Sprinkle tart with 2 tablespoons sugar.
  • Broil tart until sugar melts and caramelizes, turning sheet for even browning, about 2 minutes.
  • Transfer tart to rack.
  • Cool until topping is crisp, about 1 hour.
  • Push tart bottom up, releasing tart.
  • Place on platter, garnish with lemon slices, if desired, and serve.

LEMON CREME BRULEE TART



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This recipe is in honor of my dear friend Marlyse. She loved lemon bars and creme brulee -- this recipe is a good combination.

Provided by Cathy Gillespie

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 4h15m

Number Of Ingredients 14

CRUST
1 c all purpose flour
1/4 c powdered sugar
pinch salt
6 Tbsp unsalted butter, chilled, cut into 1/2" cubes
4 tsp whipping cream, chilled
1 egg white, to blend
FILLING
3/4 c sugar, plus 2 tbs
3/4 c whipping cream
4 large egg yolks
2 large eggs
1/2 c fresh lemon juice
1 Tbsp lemon zest, finely grated, packed

Steps:

  • 1. Crust: combine flour, sugar and salt in processor; blend 5 seconds. Blend in butter until course meal forms. Add 4 tsp cream, blend until moist clumps form, adding more cream by teaspoonfuls, if dough is dry. Gather dough into ball; flatten into disk. Wrap and chill at least 2 hours.,
  • 2. Preheat oven 350. Roll out dough on floured surface to 12" round. Transfer to 9" tart pan with removable bottom. Fold overhang in, pressing to form double thick sides. Bake about 18 minutes, until golden, pressing with back of fork if crust bubbles. Brush inside the crust twice with egg white. Maintain oven temp.
  • 3. Filling: Whisk 3/4 cup sugar, cream, yolk and eggs in bowl to blend well. Mix in lemon juice & lemon zest. Pour filling into warm crust. Bake until filling is slightly puffed at edges and set in center, about 30 minutes. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • 4. Preheat broiler. Place tart on baking sheet. Cover edge of crust with foil. Sprinkle tart with remaining sugar. Broil tart until sugar melts and caramelizes, turning sheet for even browning, about 2 minutes. Transfer tart to rack. Cool until topping is crisp, about 1 hour.
  • 5. Push tart pan bottom up, remove tart. Place on platter, serve.

CREME BRULEE WITH GINGER LEMON CREMES



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Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups light cream
5 egg yolk, slightly beaten
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
Carr's® Ginger Lemon Creme cookie

Steps:

  • 1. In heavy saucepan cook cream over medium-low heat until beginning to boil. Remove from heat. Set aside.2. In large bowl beat yolks, 1/3 cup sugar, vanilla and salt with wire whisk until just combined. Gradually whisk in cream.3. In large shallow pan place six 3/4-cup souffle dishes or 6-ounce custard cups. Pour egg mixture into cups. Pour enough boiling water into pan around dishes to reach halfway up sides of dishes. Bake at 325°F for 45 to 50 minutes or until knife inserted near center of custard comes out clean.4. Remove dishes from water. On wire rack cool for 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 8 hours.5. Let custards stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in medium heavy skillet heat 1/4 cup sugar over medium-high heat until sugar begins to melt. Shake skillet occasionally for even heating. Do not stir. Reduce heat to low. Cook, shaking skillet occasionally, until sugar is melted and golden. Quickly drizzle over custards. Garnish as desired. Serve immediately with cookies.NOTE: Fat-free light cream does not work well in this recipe.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

LEMON DROP CREME BRULEE MARTINIS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 3h15m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 eggs
12 ounces sugar
6 ounces lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest, finely chopped
6 ounces unsalted butter
1 vanilla bean
6 ounces sugar
7 egg yolks
1 egg white
14 ounces heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Granulated sugar for "burnt" top
10 martini glasses (Thicker glass preferred. Use caution when baking in glass. Test one first to be sure it will withstand the heat of the oven. 4-ounce ramekins may be used as a substitute if necessary.)

Steps:

  • For the lemon curd: Beat the eggs and sugar in a small stainless steel or copper pot (do not use aluminum as it will leave deposits in your curd!). Add the lemon juice, zest, and butter. Bring to a high simmer and cook until mixture thickens. Strain immediately through a sieve or cheesecloth. Spoon 1-ounce of curd into each of the 10 martini glasses. This is best done while the curd is warm but can also be done once it's cooled if necessary. Chill the glasses with the curd until the curd is cold and set.
  • For the custard: Split the vanilla bean with a paring knife and scrape the seeds into the sugar. Use your fingers to work the beans into the sugar ¿ making an even mixture. Mix this mixture with the egg yolks and the eggs. Don't whip it but be sure to completely mix it so the color is consistent throughout. Bring the cream to a boil, remove from the heat and slowly pour it into the egg mixture, stirring constantly. Add the vanilla extract.
  • To bake the creme brulee: Pour 3 ounces of the warm custard mixture into each of the glasses (over the lemon curd). Find a deep pan (preferably at least 6 inches deep. Restaurant supply stores commonly sell these as "hotel" or "insert" pans) and place the filled martini glasses in them. Set the pan on the bottom shelf of a 325 degrees F oven. Using a water pitcher, pour enough water into the pan to at least cover the stems of the glasses - ideally you can pour enough to come up about 1/3 of the way on the part of the glass the holds the custard. Baking times will vary depending on the amount of water in the pan and the type of pan used, but will be somewhere around 45 minutes to 1 hour. The custard is done when you tap the side of the glass and it looks thick and moves as one (as opposed to the center of the custard giggling more than the outside). Carefully remove the pan from the oven and let cool at room temperature for about 1 hour. Transfer creme brulees into the refrigerator to cool and set completely.
  • To finish the creme brulee: Sprinkle about a tablespoon of sugar over each of the custards. Use your finger to spread it evenly over the top. Light a blowtorch and turn it to the high setting. Melt and caramelize the sugar quickly. Note that a flame that is too low or prolonged heat towards the edge of the martini glass may break the glass. Use caution and practice on one away from the others so that if it does break you don't get glass in the other custards. Creme brulees can be caramelized ("burnt") up to 4 hours before service and held in the refrigerator.

LEMON CRèME BRûLéE



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The addition of lemon peel gives this version of a classic dessert a little lighter flavor.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 6h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 egg yolks
2 cups whipping cream
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
Boiling water
8 teaspoons sugar
1/2 cup fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In small bowl, slightly beat egg yolks with wire whisk. In large bowl, stir whipping cream, 1/3 cup sugar, the vanilla and lemon peel until well mixed. Add egg yolks to cream mixture; beat with wire whisk until evenly colored and well blended.
  • In 13x9-inch pan, place four 6-ounce ceramic ramekins.* Pour cream mixture evenly into ramekins.
  • Carefully place pan with ramekins in oven. Pour enough boiling water into pan, being careful not to splash water into ramekins, until water covers two-thirds of the height of the ramekins.
  • Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until top is light golden brown and sides are set (centers will be jiggly).
  • Carefully transfer ramekins to wire rack, grasping tops of ramekins with pot holder. Cool no longer than 1 hour or until room temperature. Cover tightly with plastic wrap; refrigerate until chilled, at least 4 hours but no longer than 2 days.
  • Uncover ramekins; gently blot any condensation on custards with paper towel. Sprinkle 2 teaspoons sugar over each custard. Holding kitchen torch 3 to 4 inches from custard, caramelize sugar on each custard by heating with torch about 2 minutes, moving flame continuously over sugar in circular motion, until sugar is melted and light golden brown. (To caramelize sugar in the broiler, see Kitchen Tip). Place 2 tablespoons raspberries over each custard. Serve immediately, or refrigerate up to 8 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 440 mg, Fat 7, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 55 mg, Sugar 29 g, TransFat 1 g

CREME BRULEE WITH LEMON AND LIME SHORTIES



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This is from my new cook book, given to me by one of my very good friends, Kirsty, "Hostess with the Mostess

Provided by Jennifer Ellis

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 c heavy (double) cream
1 vanilla bean, split
6 egg yolks
3 Tbsp sugar
1 1/2 c confectioners sugar, sifted
FOR THE SHORTIES..
1 c all pourpose flour
4 Tbsp cornstarch
4 Tbsp sugar
1 each, grated peel of lemon and lime
1/2 c unsalted butter

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the cream with the vanilla bean until it reaches boiling point. Whisk the egg yolks with the granulated sugar and pour the mixture over the hot cream
  • 2. Stir the mixture over a low heat until it thickens enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon, Strain into a pitcher, then pour into six ramekins.
  • 3. Stand the ramekins in a roasting pan half full of water and cook in a preheated oven, 300 F, for 1 hour, Let cool, then chill for at least 3 hours. Just before serving, dust thickly with confectioners' sugar. Place the ramekins Under a preheated broiler for 3-4 minutes.
  • 4. Make the shorties while the creme brulees are baking: mix together the flour, cornstarch, sugar and lemon and lime peel. Rub in the butter, then bring the crumbs together to form a smooth ball. Roll out onto a lightly floured surface and stamp out 12-14 rounds with a 3 inch cookie cutter.
  • 5. Place on a nonstick cookie sheet and cook in a preheated oven 325 F. for 20 min until goldent. Let cool until crisp and store in an airtight container until ready to serve.

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to make the custard base to ensure even heating and prevent scorching.
  • Temper the egg mixture slowly to prevent curdling. Add a small amount of the hot milk mixture to the egg mixture, whisking constantly, before adding the remaining milk mixture.
  • Strain the custard base through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps before pouring it into the ramekins.
  • Cover the ramekins with plastic wrap and refrigerate the custard base for at least 4 hours or overnight. This will allow the flavors to develop and the custard to set.
  • Preheat the oven to the correct temperature before baking the crème brûlée. This will help to ensure that the custard cooks evenly.
  • Keep an eye on the crème brûlée while it is baking. The custard should be set but still have a slight wobble in the center.
  • Let the crème brûlée cool completely before refrigerating. This will help to prevent the custard from cracking.
  • When you are ready to serve the crème brûlée, sprinkle the tops with sugar and caramelize them with a kitchen torch. This will create a crispy, flavorful topping.

Conclusion:

Lemon crème brûlée is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy, custard-like texture and its sweet and tangy lemon flavor, this dessert is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. If you are looking for a special dessert to impress your guests, then lemon crème brûlée is the perfect choice.

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