Lavender Honey Crème Brûlée Tartlets

Instructions

1. 1

   Gently warm the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the dried culinary lavender buds and let steep for 10 minutes. Strain the cream to remove the lavender buds and discard them. (15 minutes)

   ~15 min
2. 2

   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and 0.5 cup of granulated sugar until pale and slightly thickened. (5 minutes)

   ~5 min
3. 3

   Gradually whisk the warm, lavender-infused cream into the egg yolk mixture. Stir in the honey and vanilla extract. (5 minutes)

   ~5 min
4. 4

   Pour the custard mixture into the pre-made tartlet shells, filling them almost to the top. (2 minutes)

   ~2 min
5. 5

   Bake in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool completely. (30 minutes)

   ~30 min
6. 6

   Once cooled, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar evenly over the top of each tartlet. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden brown and bubbly. Serve immediately. (3 minutes)

   ~3 min