Vanilla brown sugar crème brûlée

Directions

1. In a saucepan, heat the cream over low heat, but do not let it boil, then set aside. ⏱ ≈ 10 min
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the yolks and sugar. ≈ 4 min
3. Gently pour in the warm cream while mixing. ≈ 3 min
4. Return the mixture to the saucepan. ≈ 3 min
5. Cook over low heat until it thickens. ⏱ ≈ 40 min
6. Add the vanilla. ≈ 3 min
7. Divide the cream evenly among ramekins or small bowls. ≈ 3 min
8. Let it cool completely before using. ⏱ ≈ 20 min
9. Preheat the oven’s grill function. ⏱ ≈ 10 min
10. Sift the brown sugar evenly over the cold cream. ≈ 2 min
11. Place the ramekins on a serving platter and bake them under the broiler. ⏱ ≈ 35 min
12. Cook until the sugar melts and caramelizes. ⏱ ≈ 10 min
13. Allow to cool before serving. ⏱ ≈ 20 min