Decadent Colossal Crème Brûlée

Decadent Colossal Crème Brûlée

480 mins
medium
6 servings

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.

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Equipment Needed

  • 2-quart baking dish
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Kitchen torch
  • Large roasting pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven
  • Saucepan
  • 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)
  • 3.00 tablespoonsGranulated Sugar(For caramelization)
  • 8.00 piecesLarge Egg Yolks(Room temperature for best results)
  • 1.00 teaspoonKosher Salt(Diamond Crystal or Morton kosher salt)

Instructions

1

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

2

Combine heavy cream, vanilla extract, and sugar in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Whisk egg yolks and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add the warm cream mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a 2-quart baking dish.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

5

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

6

Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still slightly wobbles.

Estimated time: 40 minutes

7

Remove from the water bath and let cool completely.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

8

Sprinkle the top evenly with remaining sugar.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

9

Caramelize the sugar using a kitchen torch until a deep amber color is achieved.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

10

Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.

Estimated time: 240 minutes