Crème Brûlée

    Crème Brûlée

    Silky vanilla custard with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust on top.

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    50 minAdvanced4 servings

    Nutrition per serving

    320

    Calories

    6g

    Protein

    28g

    Carbs

    22g

    Fat

    Ingredients

    • 2 cupsHeavy cream
    • 5Egg yolks
    • ½ cupSugar
    • 1Vanilla bean
    • 4 tspExtra sugar for topping

    Instructions

    1. 1

      Heat cream with vanilla bean seeds until simmering.

    2. 2

      Whisk egg yolks with sugar. Slowly pour in warm cream while whisking.

    3. 3

      Strain into ramekins. Bake in a water bath at 160°C for 40 minutes.

    4. 4

      Chill completely. Sprinkle sugar on top and torch until caramelized.

    Nutrition Facts

    Servings 4Serving Size 1

    Amount Per Serving

    Calories320

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat 22g28%
    Saturated Fat 9.9g50%
    Trans Fat 0g
    Cholesterol 185mg62%
    Sodium 310mg13%
    Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
    Dietary Fiber 6g21%
    Sugars 9.8g
    Protein 6g12%
    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 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.
    • Read through all steps before starting and have everything measured out (mise en place).

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