Creme Brulee for Two
Indulge in the ultimate romantic dessert with this luscious Crème Brûlée for Two, a silky vanilla custard topped with a perfectly crisp caramelized sugar layer. This small-batch recipe is ideal for intimate dinners or special occasions, offering rich, creamy decadence that feels indulgent yet approachable. With just a few simple ingredients—heavy cream, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla—and minimal prep, you can create a dessert that rivals a fine dining experience. Baked gently in a water bath for that signature smooth texture, and finished with a kitchen torch for the iconic golden caramel crust, this recipe is as fun to make as it is delightful to eat. Perfectly scaled for two, this crème brûlée promises an unforgettable finale to your next cozy meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for custard)
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just starts to simmer. Do not let it boil. Remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar until the mixture becomes pale and slightly thickened.
Slowly pour the warm heavy cream into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to ensure the yolks do not curdle.
Stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
Place two 6-ounce ramekins into a baking dish. Divide the custard mixture evenly between the ramekins.
Pour hot water into the baking dish around the ramekins, filling it to about halfway up the sides of the ramekins to create a water bath.
Carefully transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges of the custards are set but the centers still jiggle slightly when shaken.
Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Cover them with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully chilled.
When ready to serve, sprinkle 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar evenly over the top of each custard.
Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar by moving the flame in small circles until the sugar melts and turns golden brown. Let the sugar harden for about 1-2 minutes before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1047 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.0 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.2 g | 256% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 609 mg | 203% | |
| Sodium | 95 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 42 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
