Description
Learn the ins and outs of sugar torching for desserts, focusing on the best types of sugar for achieving that perfect caramel layer.
Ingredients
- White granulated sugar
- Turbinado sugar (for texture)
- Brown sugar (less ideal for torching)
Instructions
- Spread a thin layer of white granulated sugar evenly on your dessert.
- Using a kitchen torch, keep the flame 2-3 inches away from the sugar.
- Move the torch in smooth circular motions for even caramelization.
- Aim for a golden-brown color, indicating proper caramelization.
- Let the caramel cool completely for a hard finish.
Notes
When using brown sugar, be mindful that it can burn easily due to molasses content.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Torching
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg