Creme Brulee

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Creme Brulee
45 min.
8
598kcal

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Indulge in the luxurious delight of homemade Crème Brûlée, a classic French dessert that promises to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. With its rich, creamy custard base and a perfectly caramelized sugar topping, this dessert is a true showstopper. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, this recipe is sure to elevate any occasion.

What makes this Crème Brûlée even more appealing is that it is both vegetarian and gluten-free, making it a versatile choice for various dietary preferences. The preparation is surprisingly straightforward, taking just 45 minutes of your time, and it serves up to eight people, making it perfect for sharing. Each serving boasts a delightful 598 calories, allowing you to indulge without guilt.

The secret to achieving that signature crackling top lies in the careful caramelization of sugar, which you can achieve with a kitchen torch or under the broiler. The contrast between the silky custard and the crisp sugar crust creates a delightful textural experience that will leave your taste buds dancing. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress with this elegant dessert that is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • cups cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.8 cups sugar 
  •  vanilla pod split
  • large egg yolk 
  • 0.3 teaspoon coarse salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • ladle
  • oven
  • whisk
  • mixing bowl
  • wire rack
  • pot
  • sieve
  • plastic wrap
  • roasting pan
  • broiler
  • measuring cup
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 300 degrees. Bring a kettle or pot of water to a boil.
  2. Place eight 5-ounce baking dishes in a large roasting pan.
  3. Gently heat cream: In a medium saucepan, combine cream and half the sugar (1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons). Scrape vanilla bean seeds into pan, then add pod.
  4. Heat over medium just until mixture starts to bubble around the edge of the pan, 7 to 8 minutes (do not let boil).
  5. Meanwhile, whisk egg yolks: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks with remaining sugar and the salt.
  6. Temper eggs: Use ladle to pour a small amount of the hot cream mixture into the egg mixture, then whisk to combine. (This is called tempering and prevents the eggs from curdling.)
  7. Add two more ladles of cream mixture, one at a time, whisking to combine after each addition. Gradually whisk in remaining cream mixture. Strain through a fine sieve into a large liquid measuring cup (to remove the vanilla pod and any cooked bits of egg).
  8. Bake: Divide custard evenly among baking dishes.
  9. Place pan in oven.
  10. Add enough boiling water to come halfway up the sides of the dishes.
  11. Bake until custards are just set (they should tremble slightly in center when shaken), 30 to 40 minutes.
  12. Remove pan from oven. Use tongs to carefully remove dishes from hot-water bath and place on a wire rack for 30 minutes. Then, cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours (or up to 3 days) before serving. The custard will finish setting in the refrigerator. If you like, transfer the custards to the freezer 15 minutes before serving to ensure they stay cold after being bruleed (this is especially important if using the broiler).
  13. Sprinkle about 1 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar over each custard. Working with one at a time, pass the flame of the torch in a circular motion 1 to 2 inches above the surface of each custard until the sugar bubbles, turns amber, and forms a smooth surface.
  14. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories598kcal
Protein3.75%
Fat69.21%
Carbs27.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.52
Glycemic Load
26.18
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
7.6295651547287%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:598.34kcal
29.92%
Fat:47.11g
72.48%
Saturated Fat:28.79g
179.94%
Carbohydrates:41.42g
13.81%
Net Carbohydrates:41.42g
15.06%
Sugar:40.98g
45.54%
Cholesterol:295.12mg
98.37%
Sodium:112.32mg
4.88%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.74g
11.49%
Vitamin A:1963.8IU
39.28%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.2%
Vitamin D:2.71µg
18.05%
Selenium:12.13µg
17.32%
Phosphorus:127.03mg
12.7%
Vitamin E:1.48mg
9.86%
Calcium:98.15mg
9.81%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
8.01%
Vitamin B5:0.75mg
7.48%
Folate:26.48µg
6.62%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.69%
Zinc:0.63mg
4.21%
Vitamin K:3.91µg
3.73%
Potassium:130.03mg
3.72%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.33%
Iron:0.54mg
3.02%
Magnesium:9.08mg
2.27%
Copper:0.03mg
1.36%