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Halloween doesn’t always have to mean sticky sweets and orange pumpkins — sometimes the most chillingly beautiful desserts come from the shadows. This dark and velvety twist on the classic crème brûlée combines the nutty richness of Greenfields Black Sesame Seeds with the mysterious allure of activated charcoal. The result? A sophisticated, slightly gothic dessert that’s perfect for adults who want something luxurious yet playfully eerie.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Chill time: 3 hours
Total time: 3 hours 55 minutes
400ml double cream
1 tsp Greenfields Vanilla Pods (scraped seeds)
2 tbsp Greenfields Black Sesame Seeds, toasted and finely ground
1/2 tsp activated charcoal powder (optional, for deep black colour)
4 large egg yolks (or egg-free substitute such as 4 tbsp aquafaba thickened with 1 tsp Cornflour)
60g caster sugar (plus extra for topping)
A pinch of Greenfields Himalayan Pink Salt (Fine)
Preheat the oven to 150°C (fan 130°C). Boil the kettle ready for a bain-marie.
Infuse the cream: In a small pan, heat the double cream, vanilla seeds, ground black sesame, and charcoal powder until steaming (not boiling). Remove from heat and allow to steep for 10 minutes.
Prepare the custard base: In a bowl, whisk egg yolks and caster sugar until pale and thick. Slowly pour in the warm sesame cream, whisking gently to combine. Strain through a fine sieve to remove any lumps.
Bake: Pour the mixture into 4 ramekins. Place them in a deep baking tray and fill the tray with hot water halfway up the sides. Bake for 35–40 minutes until just set but still slightly wobbly in the centre.
Chill: Remove from water and cool. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours (or overnight).
Caramelise: Sprinkle a thin layer of caster sugar over each custard. Use a kitchen torch to melt the sugar until it turns glossy and dark — almost black for Halloween effect. Allow to set for a few minutes before serving.
Calories: 290 kcal
Protein: 5g
Fat: 22g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Sugars: 18g
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