Burnt Honey and Star Anise Creams

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 315F (160C).

2. 2

   Place milk, cream, star anise and cinnamon stick in a saucepan over low heat.

3. 3

   Heat until hot but not boiling.

4. 4

   Reduce heat and allow mixture to simmer for 3 minutes, then remove from the heat and leave to infuse for 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove star anise and cinnamon from saucepan.

6. 6

   Whisk together sugar and eggs.

7. 7

   Stir in slightly cooled milk mixture and pour into six 1/2 cup (4 fl oz) capacity oven proof bowls or glasses.

8. 8

   Place in baking tray filled with enough hot water to come halfway up the sides of the bowls or glasses.

9. 9

   Bake for 25 minutes or till creams are just set, then remove from the baking dish and refrigerate for 2 hours, or till cool.

10. 10

    Top each cream with 2 teaspoons of honey.

11. 11

    Place under a hot grill until the honey is a deep golden colour.

12. 12

    Leave for 3 minutes before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.