Description
Crème brûlée is the ultimate indulgent dessert that combines a rich, creamy custard with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust. This classic French treat transforms any occasion into a special celebration, whether you’re impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night at home. With its elegant presentation and delightful flavor, this easy crème brûlée recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 vanilla bean (split and scraped)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (plus extra for caramelizing)
- 5 large egg yolks
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a saucepan, heat heavy cream and split vanilla bean until steaming; steep for 15 minutes.
- Whisk together egg yolks and sugar until pale.
- Gradually combine warm cream mixture with egg yolk mixture while whisking.
- Strain mixture into bowls to remove lumps.
- Pour custard into ramekins placed in a baking dish filled with hot water halfway up the sides. Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are set.
- Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Before serving, sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize using a kitchen torch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 215mg
Keywords: Experiment with flavors by adding coffee or citrus zest to the custard base for a unique twist. Ensure even caramelization by moving the torch quickly over the sugar topping.