Ridiculously Easy Creme Brulee
Indulge in the luxurious simplicity of this Ridiculously Easy Crème Brûlée recipe, perfect for anyone looking to create a show-stopping dessert without the fuss. With just five basic ingredients—heavy cream, egg yolks, sugar, vanilla extract, and a caramelized sugar topping—this decadent dessert comes together in no time, requiring only 10 minutes of prep. The secret lies in a gentle water bath that ensures the custard bakes to silky perfection, while a quick pass of a kitchen torch creates that signature golden caramel crust. Ideal for dinner parties or romantic evenings, this crème brûlée is a creamy, rich treat with a crispy, crackly top that will impress with its classic elegance and unparalleled ease. Serve it chilled for a dessert that feels indulgent yet effortlessly simple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 6 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 Egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons Brown or granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Bring a kettle of water to a boil for the water bath.
In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to steam. Do not let it boil. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and 6 tablespoons of granulated sugar together until pale in color and well combined.
Slowly pour the warm cream into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent scrambling.
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large measuring cup or bowl with a spout to ensure a smooth custard.
Divide the custard mixture evenly among four 6-ounce ramekins.
Place the ramekins in a large baking dish. Carefully pour the hot water from the kettle into the baking dish, around the ramekins, until the water reaches halfway up their sides.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 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 2 hours or up to 3 days.
When ready to serve, evenly sprinkle about 2 teaspoons of brown or granulated sugar on top of each custard.
Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar on each ramekin until it melts and forms a golden crust. Let the sugar harden for a minute before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy the creamy custard paired with its crisp, caramelized topping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2260 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.0 g | 228% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.4 g | 512% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1218 mg | 406% | |
| Sodium | 191 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.8 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 113.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 84 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.
