This recipe comes out perfect every time and it's always a crowd-pleaser! A torch works best to get the sugar caramelized while keeping the rest of the custard cool. You may want to use more sugar to create a thicker, more even crust on top. -Jenna Fleming, Lowville, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. In a large saucepan, heat whipping cream and cream until bubbles form around sides of pan; remove from heat. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, 1 cup sugar, extract and salt until blended but not foamy. Slowly stir in hot cream mixture., Place an ungreased broiler-safe 13x9-in. baking dish in a baking pan large enough to hold it without touching the sides. Pour egg mixture into dish. Place pan on oven rack; add very hot water to pan to within 1 in. of top of dish. Bake until center is just set and top appears dull, 40-50 minutes. Immediately remove dish from water bath to a wire rack; cool 1 hour. Refrigerate until cold., Mix brown sugar and remaining sugar. To caramelize topping with a kitchen torch, sprinkle custard evenly with sugar mixture. Hold torch flame about 2 in. above custard surface and rotate it slowly until sugar is evenly caramelized. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 1 hour., To caramelize topping in a broiler, let custard stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat broiler. Sprinkle custard evenly with sugar mixture. Broil 3-4 in. from heat until sugar is caramelized, 2-3 minutes. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 calories, Fat 35g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 298mg cholesterol, Sodium 86mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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Albi Ergi
[email protected]This crème brûlée was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. The custard was smooth and creamy, and the caramel topping was nice and crisp.
Md Faruq
[email protected]I've made this crème brûlée several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe for a special occasion or just a weeknight treat.
Star Mobuary
[email protected]This crème brûlée was easy to make and turned out great! The custard was creamy and the caramel topping was nice and crisp. I would definitely make this again.
Jaydee O'Reilly
[email protected]I made this crème brûlée for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The custard was so smooth and creamy, and the caramel topping was the perfect amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.
Von Thomas
[email protected]This crème brûlée was amazing! The custard was smooth and creamy, and the caramel topping was perfectly crisp. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and