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Creme Caramel Custard

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This creme caramel custard is a timeless, elegant dessert with a rich, velvety texture and glossy amber caramel topping. Each bite melts in your mouth—perfect for special occasions or a luxurious everyday treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 5 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel:

  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup water

For the Custard:

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C). Prepare a baking dish for a water bath.
  • Make caramel by heating sugar and water until deep amber. Pour into ramekins.
  • Warm milk until just heated.
  • Gently whisk eggs, yolks, and sugar.
  • Slowly add warm milk. Stir in vanilla.
  • Strain and pour custard into ramekins.
  • Bake in water bath for about 45 minutes.
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/creme-caramel-custard/

Notes

Don’t Stir Caramel: Swirl the pan gently for even browning—stirring can cause crystallization.
Make Ahead: Crème caramel is best made a day in advance to allow flavors to develop.
Serving Tip: Use warm water to dip the ramekin bottoms for 10 seconds to help unmold more easily.
Flavor Twist: Add a splash of orange zest or almond extract for a fragrant variation.