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Crème Brûlée

Crème Brûlée is a classic French dessert consisting of a rich custard topped with a layer of caramelized sugar. It’s elegant and indulgent, often served as a special treat.

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Place ramekins in a baking dish.

Step 2

In a saucepan, heat cream and vanilla bean over medium heat until just boiling. Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes.

Step 3

In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until pale and thick.

Step 4

Gradually add hot cream to egg mixture, whisking constantly.

Step 5

Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher. Pour custard into ramekins.

Step 6

Add hot water to the baking dish to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.

Step 7

Bake for 35-40 minutes, until custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

Step 8

Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Sprinkle with brown sugar and caramelize with a torch before serving.

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imagePreparation time20 minutes
imageCooking time40 minutes
imageTotal time1 hour
Dinner

Difficulty level

Medium

Dishes

4

Allergens

Dairy, Eggs

Cuisine

French Cuisine

Diet type

Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition facts

Decadent and rich, high in calories and sugar.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
  • 5 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (for caramelizing)
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