Description
A rich and creamy Caramel Crème Brûlée topped with a satisfying crackling caramel layer, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 6 egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla bean or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just simmering. Add vanilla and salt.
- In a bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and thickened.
- Gradually whisk warm cream into egg mixture to temper the eggs.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve.
- Pour custard into ramekins and place in a baking dish.
- Fill the baking dish with hot water to reach halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes until set around the edges.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Before serving, sprinkle sugar on top and use a torch to caramelize until crispy.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, you can use coconut cream instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: crème brûlée, dessert, caramel, creamy dessert, French dessert