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Crème brûlée

Crème brûlée 1
Velvety chocolate crème brûlée with a rich vanilla-chocolate base and caramelized sugar topping!
Total Time 5 hrs 10 mins
Ratings 4.7 from 7 votes
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Description
Indulge in chocolate crème brûlée with vanilla-infused cream and rich dark chocolate. Baked to a creamy perfection with a slight wobble, each ramekin is topped with a golden caramelized sugar crust a perfect blend of smooth chocolate and crispy sweetness!
Ingredients
  • 1/2 vanilla pod
  • 500 ml heavy cream
  • 100 g sugar
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 100 g chocolate drops
  • cane sugar (for topping)
Instructions
  1. 1
    Infuse the Cream with VanillaPreheat the oven to 150°C. Split the vanilla pod, scrape out the seeds, and combine them with the cream and half the sugar in a saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil.
  2. 2
    Whisk the Yolks and SugarIn a bowl, whisk the egg yolks and remaining sugar until smooth and creamy.
  3. 3
    Melt the Chocolate in the CreamRemove the vanilla pod from the hot cream, add the chocolate drops, and stir until melted.
  4. 4
    Combine Cream and Egg MixtureSlowly pour the chocolate cream into the egg mixture, stirring constantly to achieve a smooth blend.
  5. 5
    Fill the RamekinsPour the mixture into ramekins. Place them in a roasting pan and add boiling water halfway up their sides.
  6. 6
    Bake to PerfectionBake the crème brûlée for 45 minutes until just set with a slight wobble in the center. Remove from the water bath, cool to room temperature, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  7. 7
    Caramelize the Sugar ToppingSprinkle cane sugar over each crème brûlée, then use a gas burner or broiler to caramelize until golden brown.
Read on Cocoa Circle: https://cocoacircle.com/recipe/creme-brulee/