Caramel Crème Brûlée Recipe

Time2h

Serves6

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Ingredients

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Step 1: Heat the Cream
In a medium saucepan, pour in the heavy cream and add the vanilla bean (split in half lengthwise). Heat over medium heat until the cream is hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
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Step 2: Whisk Egg Yolks and Sugar
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is pale and creamy.
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Step 3: Combine Mixtures
Once the cream is hot, remove it from the heat. Gradually pour the hot cream into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent them from scrambling.
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Step 4: Strain the Mixture
After combining, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into another bowl to remove any curdled bits and the vanilla pod.
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Step 5: Prepare the Ramekins
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Place six ramekins in a baking dish and fill them with the strained custard mixture.
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Step 6: Bake in a Water Bath
Carefully pour hot water into the baking dish around the ramekins, ensuring the water comes halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
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Step 7: Cool the Custards
Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool at room temperature. Once cool, refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully chilled.

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Step 1: Prepare Caramel
In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
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Step 2: Cook the Caramel
Once dissolved, stop stirring and allow the mixture to boil undisturbed until it turns a deep amber color. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
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Step 3: Add Sea Salt
Remove from heat and stir in the sea salt. Be careful as the caramel will bubble up.
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Step 4: Caramelize the Custards
Remove the chilled custards from the refrigerator. Pour a thin layer of the caramel over each custard. Use a kitchen torch to carefully caramelize the sugar until it bubbles and forms a crust. Alternatively, you can place the ramekins under a broiler for a few minutes.
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Step 5: Serve
Let the caramel cool for a minute before serving. Enjoy your delicious Caramel Crème Brûlée!