Crème caramel
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Introducing Toddler Recipes Australia - a blog dedicated to helping mums and dads find the best toddler-approved recipes! Here, you’ll find recipes for delectable and nutritious dishes like Crème Caramel, a French classic that’s sure to make your little one smile. It’s a simple yet delicious recipe that takes little time to prepare, and uses easy-to-find ingredients. Give your toddler a treat today and let Toddler Recipes Australia help you find the perfect dish!
General Information
Servings: 1 Keywords: Crème caramel, toddler friendly Calories: 180 Protein: 6.5 g Carbs: 11 g Fat: 10 g Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 1 hour
Ingredients
- 250ml skimmed milk
- 3 eggs (yolks only)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch or flour
- 125g condensed milk
- 90ml cold water
- 1 piece of lemon peel (finely grated)
- 60g butter
Directions
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Start by preheating the oven to 175°C (or a low setting).
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In a medium pot, combine the skimmed milk, egg yolks, cornstarch or flour and condensed milk. Whisk these ingredients until smooth and creamy. The resulting mixture should be airy and light.
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Add the cold water and lemon peel to the mixture and stir until combined.
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Grease a medium-sized baking dish with the butter.
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Pour the mixture into the greased dish and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
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After cooking, the top of the crème caramel should be slightly golden in colour and a toothpick or knife inserted into the centre should come out almost clean.
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Allow the crème caramel to cool before serving.
Recommended Sides
This toddler-friendly crème caramel pairs nicely with some fresh fruits such as apples, bananas, and berries. Some slices of whole-grain toast can also be served alongside, with butter if desired.
For added fun and a family-friendly twist on a classic French dish, insert some jokes in the steps. For instance, in step 3, add a humorous comment such as “Take a deep breath, it’s almost done. As the crème caramel bakes, the smell will make the kitchen roar!”