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Easy Crème Brûlée
Prep Time
15
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
35
minutes
minutes
Total Time
50
minutes
minutes
Servings
8
pieces
Calories
250
A classic French dessert featuring rich custard topped with caramelized sugar. Perfect for impressing guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Dishes and Equipment
8
shallow 4-ounce oval ramekins
ramekins
5
large egg yolks
egg yolks
3/4
cup
granulated sugar, divided
3
cups
heavy cream or heavy whipping cream
1/2
teaspoon
espresso powder (optional but recommended)
1/4
teaspoon
salt
1 1/2
teaspoons
pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
Whisk egg yolks and 1/2 cup (100g) sugar; heat cream with espresso powder and salt, then temper the yolks with warm cream. Pour custard into ramekins.
Place ramekins in a baking pan, add hot water to 1/2 inch, and bake for 35 minutes until edges are set. Cool and chill for at least 4 hours.
Sprinkle remaining sugar on custards, caramelize with a torch, and serve immediately.
Notes
Chilling the custard thoroughly enhances flavor and texture.
Calories:
250
kcal
Cost:
$15
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
French
Keyword:
custard