Description
Crème brûlée is a classic French dessert that promises an exquisite blend of flavors and textures. Imagine rich, velvety custard topped with a crisp, caramelized sugar shell that shatters with the tap of a spoon. This indulgent treat not only delights the palate but also adds a touch of elegance to any occasion. Follow this easy recipe to create your own masterpiece at home, impressing friends and family with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract or seeds from 1 vanilla bean
- Pinch of salt
- Additional superfine sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Prepare ramekins in a baking dish.
- In a saucepan, heat heavy cream and half the sugar over medium until simmering.
- In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the remaining sugar and salt until thickened.
- Gradually incorporate the hot cream into the egg mixture while whisking continuously.
- Pour custard into ramekins and place them in a water bath before baking for 30-40 minutes until slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Before serving, sprinkle superfine sugar on top and use a torch or broiler to caramelize.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 210mg