Smooth baked custard with a crisp caramelized top layer, made without traditional sugar.
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/3 cup powdered erythritol (or similar)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2-3 tbsp granulated sweetener (for topping)
Preheat oven to 325°F.
Heat cream in a saucepan until warm (not boiling).
Whisk egg yolks, powdered sweetener, and salt until combined.
Slowly pour warm cream into the egg mixture while whisking.
Stir in vanilla extract.
Pour mixture into ramekins.
Place ramekins in a baking dish and add hot water halfway up the sides.
Bake for 30–35 minutes until just set.
Cool completely, then refrigerate.
Sprinkle sweetener on top and torch until caramelized.