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Crème Brûlée

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This crème brûlée is a classic dessert that combines a rich, creamy custard with a crisp caramelized sugar top. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself!

  • Total Time: 56 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 7 large egg yolks (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Dash of salt
  • Additional sugar for caramelizing

Instructions

  • Heat heavy cream and half-and-half in a medium pot until tiny bubbles form.
  • In a bowl, beat egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Gradually add hot cream to the egg mixture while whisking.
  • Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a bowl.
  • Pour into ramekins and place in a baking dish with hot water.
  • Bake at 350°F for 32-36 minutes until slightly jiggly.
  • Cool for 15 minutes, then refrigerate for at least one hour.
  • Sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize using a kitchen torch.

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Notes

Use room temperature egg yolks for better blending.
Avoid boiling the cream mixture to prevent curdling.
A broiler can be used instead of a torch for caramelizing.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 36 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg