Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Recipe

Time2h 30m

Serves6

Make Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Heat the Cream
In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
2
Infuse Vanilla
While the cream is heating, split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add both the seeds and the pod to the cream once it is simmering. Remove from heat and let it steep for 15 minutes.
3
Whisk Egg Yolks
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and 1 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
4
Combine Mixtures
After the cream has steeped, remove the vanilla pod. Gradually pour the warm cream into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
5
Strain the Mixture
Strain the combined mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring cup or bowl to remove any curdled bits and ensure a smooth crème brûlée base.

6
Prepare Ramekins
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Arrange six ramekins in a baking dish. Pour the strained crème brûlée mixture evenly into the ramekins.
7
Add Water Bath
Carefully pour hot water into the baking dish around the ramekins, ensuring the water reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
8
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
9
Cool
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 set.

10
Caramelize Sugar
Once the crème brûlée has set in the refrigerator, sprinkle 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar on top of each ramekin. Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar until it forms a hard, golden crust. If you don’t have a torch, you can place the ramekins under a broiler for a few minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
11
Serve
Allow the caramelized sugar to cool for a minute before serving. Enjoy your homemade vanilla bean crème brûlée!