Classic Vanilla Crème Brûlée Custard

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).

2. 2

   In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks, 4 tablespoons white sugar, and vanilla extract until thick and creamy; set aside.

3. 3

   Pour the cream into a saucepan and stir over low heat until it nearly reaches a boil.

4. 4

   Whisk the cream into the egg yolk mixture; beat until combined.

5. 5

   Pour the mixture into the top pan of a double boiler. Stir over simmering water until it lightly coats the back of a spoon, about 3 minutes.

6. 6

   Pour into a shallow heat-proof dish or into individual ramekins.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly, about 30 minutes. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour or overnight.

8. 8

   Set the oven to broil.

9. 9

   In a small bowl, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons white sugar with the brown sugar. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the custard.

10. 10

    Place the dish under the broiler until the sugar melts and caramelizes, about 2 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid burning.

11. 11

    Let it cool slightly, then refrigerate until the custard sets again, about 10 minutes.

• Calories 488.67 kcal High
• Protein 7.2 g Moderate
• Carbs 4.75 g Moderate
• Total Fat 44.61 g High
• Saturated Fat 25.1 g High
• Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
• Cholesterol 329.47 mg High
• Sodium 167.75 mg Moderate
• Fiber 0.0 g Low Source
• Sugar 4.73 g Moderate
• Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
• Calcium 104.06 mg Low Source
• Iron 0.87 mg Low Source
• Potassium 96.02 mg Low Source
• Vitamin A 108.01 mcg_rae Moderate
• Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
• Vitamin D 3.6 mcg Moderate

Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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