Imagine a dessert so creamy, so luxurious, that you won't believe it's completely vegan. Our Banana Crème Brûlée is the ultimate plant-based indulgence that proves dairy-free desserts can be just as spectacular as their traditional counterparts. With a silky-smooth banana-infused custard and a perfectly caramelized sugar crust that shatters like glass, this recipe will transform your perception of vegan desserts forever.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Peel the ripe bananas and slice them into small chunks, ensuring they are very soft and sweet.
- In a high-powered blender, combine the banana chunks, coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, ensuring no banana lumps remain.
- Transfer the blended mixture to a medium saucepan and whisk in the cornstarch until fully incorporated, preventing any lumps from forming.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula to prevent sticking.
- Cook the mixture, constantly stirring, until it begins to thicken and bubbles form around the edges, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
- Carefully pour the warm mixture into four ramekins, distributing evenly and leaving about 1/4 inch of space at the top.
- Refrigerate the ramekins for at least 2 hours or until the custard is completely chilled and set.
- Before serving, sprinkle an even layer of brown sugar over the top of each chilled custard.
- Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar, moving constantly to create a golden-brown, crispy top. If a torch is unavailable, place ramekins under a broiler for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Let the caramelized sugar cool and harden for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the creamy, sweet vegan dessert with a satisfying crackable sugar top.
Tips
- Choose ultra-ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and creaminess
- Use a high-powered blender to ensure a completely smooth custard texture
- Stir constantly while cooking to prevent cornstarch from clumping or burning
- For the most impressive caramelized top, invest in a kitchen torch for precise sugar browning
- Chill the custards thoroughly before caramelizing to ensure the perfect set
- If you don't have a torch, the broiler method works well - just watch carefully to prevent burning
- Serve immediately after caramelizing for the best contrast between crisp sugar top and creamy custard
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg
