Crème Brûlée
Crème brûlée is the ultimate indulgence, featuring a silky, creamy custard topped with a beautifully caramelized sugar crust. This dessert is not just a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes, making it perfect for special occasions or a classy dinner party. With its rich vanilla flavor and satisfying crunch, you’ll impress your guests while enjoying every spoonful yourself.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (or 1 vanilla bean)
- Pinch of salt
- Granulated sugar for caramelizing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Place ramekins in a baking dish.
- Heat heavy cream and vanilla in a saucepan until steaming.
- Whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and salt until pale.
- Gradually combine warm cream with egg mixture while whisking.
- Pour custard into ramekins and fill with hot water halfway up the sides.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Sprinkle sugar on top of custards and caramelize using a kitchen torch or broiler.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 195mg