Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee Recipe

Time1h 30m

Serves4

Traditional vanilla custard, caramelized sugar, fresh berries & almond lace cookie.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Cream Mixture
In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, split and scraped vanilla beans, and a pinch of salt. Heat over medium heat until just boiling, then remove from heat and let steep for 15 minutes.
2
Whisk Egg Yolks
In a mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale and slightly thickened.
3
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the warm cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
4
Strain the Mixture
Strain the combined mixture through a fine mesh sieve into another bowl to remove any solids.
5
Bake
Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Pour the custard mixture into ramekins and place them in a baking dish. Fill the baking dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until set but still jiggly in the center.
6
Chill
Remove from the oven, let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
7
Caramelize the Sugar
When ready to serve, 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.
8
Serve
Serve with fresh berries and almond lace cookies on the side.