Strawberry Cream Cheese Brulee

1. 1

   Combine the milk and cornstarch in the top of a double boiler and stir until the cornstarch is completely dissolved.

2. 2

   Add the brown sugar, egg whites and oil, and mix well.

3. 3

   Place the top of the double boiler over simmering water and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a simmer.

4. 4

   Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until it thickens, about 3 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla.

6. 6

   Add the cream cheese and continue stirring until the cheese melts and the mixture is smooth.

7. 7

   Fold in the sliced strawberries and spoon the mixture into 8 ramekins, filling each one about two-thirds full.

8. 8

   Cover the ramekins with plastic wrap and refrigerate until cold.

9. 9

   To serve, uncover the ramekins and sprinkle 1 teaspoon of sugar evenly over the top of each one.

10. 10

    Arrange the ramekins on a baking sheet and place them under a preheated broiler until the sugar melts, bubbles and starts to brown.

11. 11

    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.