Indulgent Cali's Sinful Creme Brulee Recipe

Treat yourself to the ultimate indulgence with this decadent creme brulee recipe. This silky smooth custard is topped with a crackly caramelized sugar crust that is sure to impress your guests. Perfect for a special occasion or just to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 6 large egg yolks
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup sugar for caramelizing

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F and place six ramekins in a roasting pan.
2. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream and vanilla bean over medium heat until it simmers. Remove from heat.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, egg yolks, and salt until well combined.
4. Slowly whisk the warm cream mixture into the egg mixture until smooth.
5. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pouring pitcher.
6. Divide the custard among the ramekins and fill the roasting pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the custards are set but slightly wobbly in the center.
8. Chill the creme brulees in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
9. Sprinkle sugar evenly over the tops of the custards and caramelize with a kitchen torch or under the broiler until golden brown.
10. Allow the sugar to harden before serving.

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