Classic Madagascar Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée

    Classic Madagascar Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée

    A silky smooth custard base topped with a shatteringly crisp caramelized sugar shell.

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    50 minsMedium4 servings

    Nutrition per serving

    410

    Calories

    5g

    Protein

    22g

    Carbs

    34g

    Fat

    Ingredients

    • 2 cupsHeavy cream
    • 1/3 cupGranulated sugar
    • 5 largeEgg yolks
    • 1 podVanilla bean
    • 4 tbspExtra sugar for topping

    Instructions

    1. 1

      Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and place four ramekins in a baking dish.

    2. 2

      Scrape vanilla seeds into cream and simmer gently in a saucepan.

    3. 3

      Whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale, then slowly temper in the hot cream.

    4. 4

      Strain the mixture into ramekins and add hot water to the baking dish halfway up the sides.

    5. 5

      Bake for 35 minutes until set but jiggly; chill for 4 hours before torching the tops with sugar.

    Nutrition Facts

    Servings 4Serving Size 1

    Amount Per Serving

    Calories410

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat 34g44%
    Saturated Fat 15.3g77%
    Trans Fat 0g
    Cholesterol 185mg62%
    Sodium 310mg13%
    Total Carbohydrate 22g8%
    Dietary Fiber 4g14%
    Sugars 7.7g
    Protein 5g10%
    Vitamin A 500 IUVitamin C 8 mgCalcium 220 mgIron 1.2 mg

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    💡 Tips for Classic Madagascar Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée

    • • Bring dairy ingredients to room temperature before mixing for a smoother texture.
    • • Use room-temperature eggs for more even cooking and better volume.

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