Preheat the oven to 150°C. Prepare 6 ramekins and a water bath dish.
Description
Crème brûlée is an elegant French dessert, whose name means 'burnt cream'. Beneath the crunchy, caramelized crust lies a velvety, vanilla cream made from egg yolks and cream. The contrast of textures - the crunch of sugar and the smoothness of the cream - is the essence of this dessert. The key is the right consistency of the cream, which must be thick enough but still creamy, and the perfect caramelization of the sugar with a torch or under the broiler. This dessert looks spectacular, and with a little practice, it is surprisingly simple to prepare.
Ingredients Used
Ingredients (4)
Servings:
4
- 36% cream 500 g
- Vanilla beans 1 g
- Sugar 120 g
- 🌿 Spices
- Salt 1 g
💰 Estimated dish cost:
~14.61 PLN
(3.65 PLN/serving)
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Preparation steps
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Slice the vanilla pod lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add to the cream along with the pod.
Ingredients:
Vanilla beans, 36% cream
3
Heat the cream until bubbles appear at the edge. Do not boil! Set aside for 15 minutes.
4
In a bowl, beat the egg yolks with 70g of sugar and a pinch of salt until they lighten in color (about 3 minutes).
Ingredients:
Sugar, Salt
5
Slowly pour the warm cream into the egg yolks, stirring constantly. Strain through a sieve.
6
Pour the cream into the ramekins. Place them in a dish and fill with hot water halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
7
Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the cream is set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
8
Before serving, sprinkle with a thin layer of sugar and caramelize with a torch or under the grill until golden.
Fun Fact
Crème brûlée is one of the most recognizable French desserts, and its history dates back to at least the 17th century.
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Serving
Serve crème brûlée in elegant ceramic ramekins. It tastes best chilled, with a crispy, caramelized crust on top. You can decorate it with fresh fruits, such as raspberries or strawberries, for an extra flavor accent.
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Storage
Store leftover crème brûlée in the refrigerator, covered with plastic wrap or in airtight containers, for up to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended as it may affect the texture. Caramelize the sugar fresh before serving.
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