Easy Creme Brulee
Indulge in the luxuriously creamy goodness of this Easy Crème Brûlée, a timeless French dessert made effortlessly in your own kitchen. Featuring rich heavy cream, silky egg yolks, and a touch of vanilla, this recipe creates a velvety custard base that’s perfectly complemented by a crisp, caramelized sugar topping. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a straightforward baking technique using a water bath, this dessert promises gourmet results without the complexity. Whether you use a kitchen torch or broiler for that signature crackable sugar crust, this make-ahead treat is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a quiet moment of decadence. Serves four, making it ideal for a date night or intimate dinner party!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not let it boil. Remove from heat.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, 0.5 cup sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture thickens and is pale in color.
Slowly pour the warm cream into the egg mixture while continuously whisking to temper the eggs. This prevents the eggs from curdling.
Strain the custard mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring cup or bowl to remove any lumps or egg solids.
Divide the mixture evenly among 4 oven-safe ramekins.
Place the ramekins in a deep baking dish or roasting pan. Pour hot water into the pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins, creating a water bath.
Carefully transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
When ready to serve, sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar evenly over the top of each custard.
Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar by moving the flame in small circles until it melts and forms a golden-brown crust. Alternatively, you can place the ramekins under a broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
Allow the sugar crust to cool for a minute before serving. Enjoy your creamy and crunchy creme brulee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2413 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.0 g | 228% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.4 g | 512% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1218 mg | 406% | |
| Sodium | 486 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.0 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 150.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 83 mg | 2% | |
*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.
