Dreams Crème Brûlée
This decadent and creamy dessert is a custard lover’s dream, with a silky smooth interior and a crisp caramelized sugar topping. Perfect for special occasions or a luxurious treat at home!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and Broiling
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (or 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped)
- 5 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for caramelizing)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Place a clean kitchen towel in the bottom of a large roasting pan. Set 4-6 ramekins (depending on size) on top of the towel.
- Heat the Cream:
- In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to steam (do not boil). If using a vanilla bean, add it now and steep for 10 minutes. Remove the vanilla bean and stir in the vanilla extract if not already added.
- Prepare the Custard:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt until light and creamy. Slowly pour the warm cream into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent curdling.
- Strain and Pour:
- Strain the custard mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher or bowl to remove any lumps or foam. Pour the custard evenly into the ramekins.
- Create a Water Bath:
- Carefully pour hot water into the roasting pan, ensuring it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake:
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly when shaken. Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Caramelize the Sugar:
- Sprinkle a thin, even layer of granulated sugar (about 1-2 teaspoons) over the top of each custard. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden brown and crisp. Alternatively, broil in the oven on high for 1-2 minutes, watching closely.
- Serve:
- Let the caramelized sugar harden for a minute or two before serving. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- For a flavor twist, add a splash of orange liqueur or almond extract to the custard.
- Use superfine sugar for a smoother caramelized topping.
- Store any leftovers (without the sugar topping) covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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