Salt Caramel Crème Brulee Recipe
Indulge in our Salt Caramel Crème Brûlée, a decadent twist on the classic dessert. Silky smooth vanilla custard is infused with rich, buttery salted caramel and crowned with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust that crackles delightfully with each spoonful. This luxurious treat is a harmonious blend of sweet and salty, sure to satisfy your sweetest cravings.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Caramel
In a saucepan, combine granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then stop stirring and allow it to cook until it turns a deep amber color. Remove from heat and carefully add heavy cream and salt, whisking until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- 2
Mix Egg Yolks
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Once the caramel has cooled slightly, slowly pour it into the egg yolk mixture while whisking continuously. Make sure to whisk thoroughly to avoid scrambling the yolks.
- 4
- 5
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly. Remove from the oven and let cool. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- 6
Caramelize the Top
Before serving, sprinkle a thin layer of brown sugar on top of each custard. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until it forms a crispy crust. If you don’t have a torch, you can broil them in the oven for a few minutes.
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Finish and Serve
Sprinkle a pinch of salt on top of each crème brûlée and serve immediately.
