Description
This Crème Brûlée offers a decadent and creamy dessert with a delightful burnt sugar topping. Its simple preparation and rich flavors make it an ideal treat for any occasion. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (can substitute with vanilla extract)
- pinch of salt
- 5 egg yolks
- ½ cup white granulated sugar
- 3 teaspoon white granulated sugar (for the topping)
- berries for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- Whisk egg yolks in a heat-safe bowl until smooth and set aside.
- In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, vanilla, and salt. Heat gently until hot, but do not boil, then remove from heat.
- Temper the egg yolks by slowly adding a small amount of warm cream while whisking constantly.
- Combine the tempered egg yolk mixture back in the saucepan and mix well. Optional: Strain through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother texture.
- Evenly divide the custard among 4-oz ramekins and place them in a large roasting pan.
- Pour boiling water into the pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until edges are set with a slight jiggle in the center.
- Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours to chill completely.
- Before serving, sprinkle sugar over each custard and caramelize it with a kitchen torch until golden and crackly. Serve topped with fresh berries.
Notes
Ensure the cream does not boil when warming to avoid curdling.
Straining the custard is optional, but it helps achieve a smooth texture.
Letting the custards chill for a minimum of 4 hours is essential for the best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 140mg