Creme Brulee

Ingredients

• 6 egg yolks
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until combined.
3. In a small saucepan, heat cream, vanilla extract, and salt over medium heat until just beginning to simmer.
4. Remove from heat and slowly pour cream mixture into egg mixture while whisking constantly.
5. Divide mixture evenly among 6 ramekins. Place ramekins in a baking dish and fill baking dish with enough hot water to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
6. Bake for 45 minutes or until custards are just set.
7. Remove from oven and let cool for 15 minutes.
8. Chill in refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
9. Once custards are chilled, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar evenly over the top of each custard. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden brown, or preheat the oven to broil and place custards on a baking sheet. Broil for 2-3 minutes or until the sugar is golden brown.
10. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

Interesting Facts

• Creme brulee is French for “burnt cream”.
• The classic French dessert is believed to have originated in the early 1700s.
• The dish is traditionally served in individual ramekins.
• Creme brulee is a favorite of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay.