Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Crème Brûlée Recipe

Crème Brûlée Recipe


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

4.8 from 27 reviews

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 50 minutes (plus chilling)
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of classic Crème Brûlée with a perfectly caramelized topping. This French dessert is a perfect balance of smooth vanilla custard and a crunchy sugar crust.


Ingredients

Scale

For the custard:

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 vanilla bean split and seeds scraped (or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract)
  • 5 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

For topping:

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and place ramekins in a baking dish.
  2. Prepare the custard: Heat cream and vanilla, then mix with sugar and egg yolks. Strain the custard and pour into ramekins.
  3. Bake: Create a water bath and bake the custards for 35-40 minutes until just set.
  4. Cool and chill: Let the custards cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  5. Caramelize the topping: Sprinkle sugar over each custard and caramelize with a torch. Serve after the topping hardens.

Notes

  • Use the freshest eggs for the smoothest custard.
  • If you don’t have a torch, place the ramekins under a broiler for a few minutes, watching closely.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking, Broiling
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ramekin
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 26g
  • Sodium: 35mg
  • Fat: 36g
  • Saturated Fat: 22g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 290mg