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Vanilla Bean Pots de Creme

Luxurious Vanilla Bean Pots de Crème That Impress Every Time

Indulge in Vanilla Bean Pots de Crème, a luscious custard dessert that impresses every time.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 ramekins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Custard
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Consider using half and half for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Substitute with low-fat milk if desired.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Divided; swap for coconut sugar for unique flavor.
  • 1 whole Vanilla Bean Use 2 teaspoons of vanilla bean paste if fresh beans aren't available.
  • 6 large Egg Yolks Avoid substituting with whole eggs to maintain texture.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavors.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Lightly sweetened to complement the custard's richness.
  • 1 cup Fresh Berries Brings a refreshing touch and color.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • Fine Mesh Sieve
  • 4-ounce ramekins
  • Baking Dish
  • oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and arrange four 4-ounce ramekins in a baking dish.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and half the granulated sugar. Heat until steaming (160-170°F) for about 7-10 minutes. Add a split vanilla bean and steep for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Whisk together the remaining granulated sugar and egg yolks in a bowl until smooth and pale for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Carefully remove the vanilla bean from the cream mixture and whisk the warm cream into the egg yolks gradually. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl.
  5. Pour the custard mixture evenly into each ramekin. Add hot water to the baking dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 35-55 minutes or until edges are set with a slight wobble in the center.
  7. Remove from the water bath and cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set fully.

Notes

Use fresh vanilla for the best flavor. Avoid boiling the cream mixture and watch the baking time closely.