Easy Creme Brûlée Recipe
Part 3 of my Valentine’s Date Night Dinner! 💝 This Easy Creme Brûlée Recipe is an easy date night dessert recipe that is creamy custard topped with caramelized sugar and fresh berries!
Ingredients you’ll need:
- 1 1/2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/2 cup Whole Milk
- 5 Egg Yolks
- 1/2 cup Granulated Cane Sugar + more for topping
- 1 tsp. Vanilla Bean Paste, or powder
- Pinch of Salt
- Fresh Berries, for garnishing
- Fresh Mint Leaves, for garnishing
How to Make Creme Brûlée:
- Preheat oven to 325F.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk and heavy cream. Heat until hot, but NOT boiling.
- In a large bowl, beat the sugar and egg yolks for 1 minute, until creamy.
- Whisk in 1/4 cup of the hot milk mixture to help temper the eggs so they don’t curdle.
- While continuing to whisk, gradually pour in the remaining hot milk mixture.
- Stir in the vanilla.
- Pour the custard mixture back into the saucepan over medium heat and cook for 3-4 more minutes, stirring continually, until slightly thickened.
- Divide the custard between 3 ramekins, then place them all into a single baking dish. Fill halfway with warm water.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, until centers are barely set and still jiggly.
- Refrigerate at least 2 hours to overnight, uncovered.
- When ready to serve, add a spoonful of granulated sugar on top then caramelized under the oven broiler on HIGH for 1-2 minutes, or use a kitchen torch.
- Garnish with fresh berries to enjoy!
How to Garnish Creme Brûlée:
- Fresh Berries, such as raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries
- Kumquats, thinly sliced
- Fresh Mint Leaves
- Currants
- Cherries, pitted and sliced
Valentine’s Dinner Date Night Menu:
- APPETIZER: Truffle Pistachio Whipped Ricotta Crostini
- ENTREE: Slow Cooked Red Wine Braised Short Ribs (on a Budget) with Mashed Potatoes
- DESSERT: Creme Brûlée
Can you Make Creme Brûlée in Advance?
Yes! Creme brûlée is one of the best make in advance dessert recipes since it needs to chill for at least 2 hours anyways before serving. You can keep it chilling in the fridge for up to 2 days prior.
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I truly hope you all enjoy this treasured recipe that has nestled its way into our hearts here in the ABM kitchen! ’till next time… xxL
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“”For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” ~ Jeremiah 29:11 NIV
Easy Creme Brûlée Recipe
PREP TIME: 10 COOK TIME: 60 TOTAL: 70
INGREDIENTS
Servings: 4 (or 3 ramekins)
- 1 1/2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/2 cup Whole Milk
- 5 Egg Yolks
- 1/2 cup Granulated Cane Sugar + more for topping
- 1 tsp. Vanilla Bean Paste, or powder
- Pinch of Salt
- Fresh Berries, for garnishing
- Fresh Mint Leaves, for garnishing
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 325F.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk and heavy cream. Heat until hot, but NOT boiling.
- In a large bowl, beat the sugar and egg yolks for 1 minute, until creamy.
- Whisk in 1/4 cup of the hot milk mixture to help temper the eggs so they don’t curdle.
- While continuing to whisk, gradually pour in the remaining hot milk mixture.
- Stir in the vanilla.
- Pour the custard mixture back into the saucepan over medium heat and cook for 3-4 more minutes, stirring continually, until slightly thickened.
- Divide the custard between 3 ramekins, then place them all into a single baking dish. Fill halfway with warm water.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, until centers are barely set and still jiggly.
- Refrigerate at least 2 hours to overnight, uncovered.
- When ready to serve, add a spoonful of granulated sugar on top then caramelized under the oven broiler on HIGH for 1-2 minutes, or use a kitchen torch.
- Garnish with fresh berries to enjoy!
I truly hope you all enjoy this treasured recipe that has nestled its way into our hearts here in the ABM kitchen! ’till next time… xxL
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” ~ Jeremiah 29:11 NIV
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I would truly appreciate it so much if you would give a star review! Also, be sure to snap a picture of your finished dish and share it with me on Instagram – tagging me @brightmomentco. It always makes my day seeing y’alls creations!
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