Creme Brulee Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).

2. 2

   Prepare the Cream Mixture

   In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, granulated sugar, and salt. Stir until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is hot but not boiling.

3. 3

   Whisk the Egg Yolks

   In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and vanilla extract until smooth.

4. 4

   Combine Mixtures

   Slowly pour the hot cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking continuously to prevent the eggs from curdling.

5. 5

   Strain the Mixture

   Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring cup or bowl to remove any curdled bits.

6. 6

   Pour into Ramekins

   Divide the mixture evenly among six ramekins.

7. 7

   Bake in Water Bath

   Place the ramekins in a baking dish and fill the dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are slightly jiggly.

8. 8

   Chill the Custards

   Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool at room temperature for 30 minutes. Then, refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully chilled.

9. 9

   Caramelize the Sugar

   Before serving, sprinkle a thin layer of brown sugar on top of each custard. Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar until it forms a crispy crust. Alternatively, you can place the ramekins under a broiler for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.

10. 10

    Serve

    Let the caramelized sugar cool for a minute before serving. Enjoy your homemade crème brûlée!