Cr�me Br�l�e Recipe
This is the best and creamiest cr�me br�l�e recipe! Flecked with espresso and vanilla, you only need 6 simple ingredients and they�re ready to bake in only 15 minutes.
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Calories: 350kcal
Servings: 4 people
Equipment
- Ramekins or oven-safe dishes
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Saucepan
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Baking dish for water bath
- Kitchen Torch or Oven Broiler
Ingredients
- 4 ounce oval ramekins
- 5 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar divided
- 3 cups heavy cream or heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 tbps espresso powder
- 1/4 tbps salt
- 1 tbps pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Preheat oven to 325�F (160�C). Gather egg yolks, sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar for caramelizing.
- Mix Egg Yolks and Sugar: Whisk yolks and sugar until smooth and pale.
- Heat Cream: Simmer cream and vanilla extract in a saucepan.
- Combine Mixtures: Slowly pour hot cream into egg mixture, whisking constantly.
- Strain Mixture: Strain through sieve to ensure smoothness.
- Divide and Bake: Pour custard into ramekins, place in a water bath, bake for 30-35 mins until set.
- Cool and Chill: Let cool, refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Caramelize Sugar: Sprinkle sugar over custard, torch or broil until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy your creamy, caramelized cr�me br�l�e.
Notes
Make Ahead Instructions: Prepare the custard mixture through step 4. Cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 1 day before baking. You can bake the custard up to 2 days ahead of time.
Heavy Cream: 3 cups of half-and-half may be substituted for heavy cream. The custard�s texture will be a little lighter.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g