Friday, July 27, 2012

Classic Creme Brulee

 

Classic Creme Brulee
 

Ingredients

8 egg yolks
1/3 c sugar
2 c heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 c white sugar (for the caramelized tops)

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 300.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is thick and pale yellow.
3
Add cream and vanilla, and continue to whisk until well blended.
4
Strain into a large bowl, skimming off any foam or bubbles.
5
Divide mixture among 6 ramekins or custard cups.
6
Place in a water bath, and bake until set around the edges, but still loose in the center, about 40 to 50 minutes.
7
Longer baking time will be required for larger, deeper ramekins.
8
Remove from oven and leave in the water bath until cooled.
9
Remove cups from water bath and chill for at least 2 hours, or up to 2 days.
10
When ready to serve, sprinkle about 2 teaspoons of sugar over each custard.
11
For best results, use a small, hand-held torch to melt sugar.
12
If you don't have a torch, place under the broiler until sugar melts.
13
Re-chill custards for a few minutes before serving.

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