How to make Creme Brulee - Crème Brûlée Recipe

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Coconut cream offers a dairy-free option, while milk + cornstarch reduces cost.

vanilla bean

🥗Healthier: vanilla extract

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla extract is more accessible and less expensive.

Whisk 6 egg yolks and 100g sugar until thick and creamy.

Heat 500g whipping cream in a saucepan until it just begins to boil at the edges.

Add the cream a little at a time to the egg mixture, stirring continuously.

Pour the mixture into 4 ramekins (8oz - 220g capacity).

Pour hot water halfway up the sides of the ramekins.

Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 30-35 minutes.

Let cool and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Sprinkle 1 tbsp sugar over each custard.

Use a torch to form a crispy top and let it set for 5 minutes.

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