Crème Brûlée Recipe

Time2h 30m

Serves6

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Ingredients

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1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
2
Prepare the Cream Mixture
In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream and the vanilla bean (split and seeds scraped out) over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture is hot but not boiling.
3
Mix Egg Yolks and Sugar
In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
4
Combine Mixtures
Slowly pour the hot cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from cooking.
5
Strain the Mixture
Strain the combined mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring cup or bowl to remove any solids.

6
Prepare Ramekins
Place six ramekins in a baking dish and pour the custard mixture evenly into each ramekin.
7
Create a Water Bath
Fill the baking dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
8
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
9
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.

10
Caramelize Sugar
Before serving, sprinkle about 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar over the top of each chilled custard. Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar until it is golden brown and forms a crust. Alternatively, you can place them under a broiler.
11
Serve
Allow the caramelized sugar to cool for a minute before serving. Enjoy your homemade crème brûlée!