Orange Crème Brûlée Recipe

Crème Brûlée Preparation

1. 1

   Make the Custard

   In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, granulated sugar, and orange zest. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is hot but not boiling.

2. 2

   Mix Egg Yolks

   In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

3. 3

   Temper the Eggs

   Gradually add the hot cream mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly to prevent curdling. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a clean bowl.

4. 4

   Bake

   Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Pour the custard into ramekins and place them in a baking dish. Fill the dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

5. 5

   Cool

   Remove from the oven, let cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully chilled.

6. 6

   Caramelize the Sugar

   Before serving, sprinkle a thin layer of brown sugar over the custard. Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar until it forms a crispy crust. Serve immediately with berries and brandy snaps.