Description
Dive into the creamy decadence of Crème Brûlée! This classic dessert features a silky vanilla custard topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust. With every spoonful, experience the rich, smooth interior contrasted by the crisp sweetness of the topping. It’s a restaurant-quality treat you can easily create at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 vanilla bean (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
- 5 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and place 4 ramekins in a baking dish.
- Heat the heavy cream and vanilla bean (split and scraped) in a saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until pale and smooth.
- Gradually whisk the warm cream into the yolk mixture. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve to remove any solids.
- Pour the custard into the ramekins. Fill the baking dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the custards are set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Remove from the water bath and let cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Before serving, sprinkle a thin layer of sugar over each custard. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden and crisp. Serve immediately.
Notes
💡 Tips:
- For a flavor twist, infuse the cream with orange zest or espresso!
- If you don’t have a torch, broil the custards briefly, keeping a close watch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French