We FINALLY figured out....Crème Brûlée | (Cold-Oven Crème Brûlée)

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 together 5 egg yolks and 1/4 cup sugar briefly.

Add 1 cup of heavy cream and half and half to the egg mixture.

Add a pinch of salt and vanilla powder (or vanilla extract) to the mixture.

Do not strain the mixture, but mention that straining is recommended to remove any egg pieces.

Place ramekins in a roasting pan with a towel and a little bit of water to create steam.

Put the roasting pan in a cold oven and set the temperature to 275°F.

Cook for about 1 hour, checking with a digital thermometer to ensure it reaches 180°F inside and jiggles slightly in the center.

Sprinkle up to 1 tablespoon of sugar on top of each ramekin for caramelizing.

Use a kitchen torch to melt the sugar until it forms a thin, glassy surface.

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