Basic Creme Brulee – Southern Living Recipe

Ingredients:

2 c of cream (whipping)
5 pcs of egg yolks (large)
1/2 c of sugar (refined)
1 Tbsp of vanilla
1/2 c of sugar (light brown)

Instructions:

Combine cream, egg yolks, refined sugar, and vanilla extract; whisk thoroughly till sugar has dissolved completely and the mixture becomes smooth.

Slowly pour mixture of egg onto 5 5-inch round (custard) cups. Arrange them onto a large baking pan with hot water.

Bake inside the oven 275 degrees F for 45-60 mins till almost firm. Let them cool in water inside the baking pan, place on the rack.

Once cooled, take the out from the pan. Cover then place inside the refrigerator overnight.

Before serving, sprinkle 1-1/2 tablespoons of light-brown sugar onto every custard. Heat them with flamed torch or broil till browned and bubbly. Careful not to burn. Let it stand for 5 mins till caramels have hardened.

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