Caramel Crème Brûlée Pie – A Decadent Twist on a Classic Dessert
If you love the creamy, caramelized flavor of crème brûlée but want to try something new, this Caramel Crème Brûlée Pie is the perfect dessert! With a rich layer of dulce de leche, a smooth custard filling, and a caramelized sugar crust, this pie combines the best of crème brûlée with the indulgence of pie. It’s ideal for special occasions, holiday gatherings, or just a sweet treat to impress your loved ones.
Let’s get started on this irresistible dessert!
Caramel Crème Brûlée Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 (9-inch) pie crust (baked and cooled)
- 1 cup dulce de leche
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 2/3 cups heavy cream
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 3 egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for caramelizing)
Directions
1. Prepare the Dulce de Leche Layer
Spread the dulce de leche evenly over the bottom of the baked and cooled pie crust. Set the crust aside while you prepare the custard filling.
2. Make the Custard Filling
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch and heavy cream until the cornstarch fully dissolves. Add the sweetened condensed milk and egg yolks, whisking until everything is well combined.
Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble. This should take a few minutes. Once thickened, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until the butter has fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
3. Assemble the Pie
Pour the custard filling over the dulce de leche layer in the pie crust, using a spatula to smooth the top. Chill the pie in the refrigerator overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the custard to set fully.
4. Caramelize the Sugar
Just before serving, protect the edges of the pie crust with foil or a pie crust protector. Sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the top of the pie, then carefully brulée it with a kitchen torch or by placing it under the broiler until the sugar melts and caramelizes.
For an individual touch, you can slice the pie first, sprinkle each slice with sugar, and brulée each slice individually before serving.
5. Serve
Slice and enjoy this luxurious pie immediately after caramelizing the sugar for that iconic crème brûlée crunch.
Recipe Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: Overnight
- Total Time: 8+ hours
- Calories: 310 kcal per slice
- Servings: 8
This Caramel Crème Brûlée Pie is the perfect dessert for any occasion. The combination of creamy custard, caramelized sugar, and dulce de leche creates a pie that’s as indulgent as it is delicious. The rich flavor and crispy top layer are guaranteed to impress your guests, and the ease of preparation means you’ll want to make this again and again.
Serve it as a show-stopping finale to your meal, and enjoy the rich, caramelized goodness with every bite. Happy baking! 🍮🥧
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Caramel Crème Brûlée Pie
- Total Time: 8+ hours
- Yield: 8 1x
Description
The Caramel Crème Brûlée Pie is an indulgent, unforgettable dessert, combining the richness of Dulce de Leche with a creamy custard layer and a crisp, caramelized topping. The custard’s silky texture and the contrasting crackle of the brûléed sugar create a treat that’s as satisfying to eat as it is stunning to serve. This dessert brings a classic French flair to your table with minimal effort yet makes a grand impression.
Ingredients
1 9-inch pie crust (baked and cooled)
1 cup Dulce de Leche
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 2/3 cups heavy cream
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
3 egg yolks
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
Spread the Dulce de Leche evenly over the bottom of the baked pie crust. Set aside.
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, whisk together cornstarch and heavy cream until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
Add sweetened condensed milk and egg yolks, whisking to combine.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture becomes thick and bubbly.
Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract until the butter is fully melted.
Pour the custard into the prepared pie crust, smoothing the top.
Chill the pie in the refrigerator overnight for best results.
Just before serving, protect the crust with foil or a pie protector. Sprinkle granulated sugar evenly over the top, then carefully brulée with a kitchen torch or under the broiler until caramelized.
Slice and serve, or for an individual touch, slice first, sprinkle with sugar, and brulée each slice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 310