Decadent Colossal Crème Brûlée
Indulge in a rich and creamy colossal crème brûlée, expertly crafted with a crispy caramelized sugar topping. This elegant dessert is perfect for any special occasion.
Equipment Needed
- 13x9 inch roasting pan
- 8-inch baking dish
- Blowtorch
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Large Saucepan
- Medium bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 3.00 cupsHeavy Cream(Full-fat for best results)
- 1.00 tablespoonVanilla Extract(Pure vanilla extract recommended)
- 1.00 cupGranulated Sugar(For custard base)
- 3.00 tablespoonsGranulated Sugar(For caramelized topping)
- 8.00 piecesLarge Egg Yolks(Room temperature for best results)
- 1.00 teaspoonKosher Salt(Diamond Crystal or Morton)
- 1.00 pieceBlowtorch(For caramelizing sugar)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Prepare a water bath by bringing a large pot of water to a boil.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Combine heavy cream, vanilla extract, and sugar in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Whisk egg yolks and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add the warm cream mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a prepared baking dish.
Estimated time: 3 minutes
Place the baking dish inside a larger roasting pan and pour boiling water into the roasting pan to come halfway up the sides of the smaller dish.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still slightly wobbles.
Estimated time: 40 minutes
Remove from the water bath and let cool completely.
Estimated time: 15 minutes
Sprinkle the top evenly with the remaining sugar.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Caramelize the sugar using a blowtorch until a deep amber color is achieved.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Serve immediately or chill for up to 30 minutes before serving.
Estimated time: 5 minutes