French/European
Crème Brûlée
France
A dessert consisting of a rich custard base topped with a layer of hardened caramelized sugar.
Cultural Significance
A classic French dessert, loved for the contrast between the creamy custard and the crunchy caramelized topping.
Key Ingredients
Heavy creamEgg yolksSugarVanilla bean
Preparation Method
Making a custard, baking it in a water bath, and then caramelizing a layer of sugar on top with a torch just before serving.