Seasonal Creme Brûlée Recipe
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Ingredients
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Creme Brûlée Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Prepare the Cream Mixture
In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream and the vanilla bean (split and scraped). Heat over medium until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 2
Mix Egg Yolks and Sugar
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, granulated sugar, and sea salt until smooth. Gradually add the warm cream mixture, whisking continuously until well combined.
- 3
Add Seasonal Puree
Stir in the seasonal fruit puree until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- 4
Bake the Custards
Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Pour the 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 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly jiggly.
- 5
Cool and Chill
Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- 6
Brûlée the Top
When ready to serve, sprinkle an even layer of sugar over the tops of the chilled custards. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until it forms a crispy, golden crust. Let sit for a minute before serving.
