No Fail Creme Brulee

Indulge in the creamy decadence of this No Fail Crème Brûlée, a foolproof recipe that guarantees velvety smooth custard topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust. Featuring just five simple ingredients—heavy cream, egg yolks, sugar, salt, and real vanilla—this timeless French dessert is surprisingly easy to make. The secret to its rich texture lies in baking the custard in a gentle water bath, ensuring even cooking without cracks. With its melt-in-your-mouth creaminess and that iconic crackling caramel layer, this crowd-pleasing dessert is perfect for dinner parties or romantic evenings. Whether you’re a pastry pro or a baking novice, this crème brûlée recipe will have everyone convinced you’ve mastered gourmet!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 1 Vanilla bean (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
• 5 Egg yolks
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.125 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar (for caramelizing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Arrange four 6-ounce ramekins in a deep baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it is just steaming but not boiling.

Step 3

If using a vanilla bean, split it lengthwise, scrape out the seeds, and add both the seeds and the pod to the cream. If using vanilla extract, wait to add it after heating.

Step 4

Once the cream is steaming, remove it from the heat, cover, and let it steep for 10 minutes to infuse the vanilla flavor. Remove the vanilla pod if used.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks, granulated sugar, and salt until the mixture is pale yellow and slightly thickened.

Step 6

Slowly stream in the warm cream while constantly whisking to temper the eggs and avoid scrambling them. Stir in vanilla extract if you did not use a vanilla bean.

Step 7

Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring cup or bowl with a spout to remove any lumps.

Step 8

Divide the custard evenly among the ramekins, filling them about three-quarters full.

Step 9

Pour hot water into the baking dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins to create a water bath. This ensures even cooking and prevents cracking.

Step 10

Carefully place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 40–50 minutes, or until the edges of the custards are set but the centers still jiggle slightly when moved.

Step 11

Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Then, cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.

Step 12

When ready to serve, evenly sprinkle 1–2 teaspoons of granulated sugar on top of each custard. Use a kitchen torch to melt and caramelize the sugar until it forms a crispy, golden crust. Let it sit for 1–2 minutes before serving.

Step 13

Enjoy your creamy, decadent creme brulee with its signature caramelized topping!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	729.9 grams (729.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2497

Total Fat 182.70g	234%
Saturated Fat 104.00g	520%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1403mg	468%
Sodium 495mg	22%
Total Carbohydrate 162.70g	59%
Dietary Fiber 0.30g	1%
Total Sugars 159.80g
Protein 13.60g	27%

Vitamin D 92IU	458%
Calcium 116mg	9%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 100mg	2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.0%

Protein: 2.3%

Carbs: 27.7%