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Creme Brulee with Demerara Sugar

A classic French dessert reimagined using Demerara sugar for a richer flavor and satisfying crunch.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups (473ml) Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 1/3 cup (66g) Granulated Sugar
  • 6 Large Egg Yolks (108g)
  • 6–9 tsp (25-37g) Turbinado/Demerara Sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream and granulated sugar until barely simmering.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks.
  4. Gradually mix the hot cream into the yolks, whisking continuously to avoid cooking the eggs.
  5. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into ramekins.
  6. Bake in a water bath for about 30-35 minutes or until set.
  7. Chill the custards thoroughly for at least 4 hours.
  8. Before serving, sprinkle a thin, even layer of Demerara sugar on top.
  9. Use a kitchen torch or broiler to caramelize the sugar until golden and crunchy.
  10. Let the caramelized topping set before serving.

Notes

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding vanilla bean or orange zest to your custard mixture.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: creme brulee, dessert, french, demerara sugar, classic recipes