French Pot De Creme Recipe
Description
Pot de crème is a classic French dessert, made with a custard base that is baked in small ramekins and served chilled. This recipe is a classic version, flavored with pure vanilla extract, and it’s easy to make with just a few ingredients. This French classic is a great ending to any meal, and it’s sure to please. Enjoy it with a dollop of freshly whipped cream, or a drizzle of warm chocolate sauce.
Prep Time
This Pot de crème recipe takes about 10 minutes to prepare, and it’s a great make-ahead dessert. It needs to chill for at least 3 hours, or overnight for best results.
Cook Time
Once the custard is prepared and placed in the ramekins, it will need to bake for about 40 minutes. Your custard is done when it’s set in the middle but still slightly jiggly. It’s important to not over-bake your custard or it will become dry and crumbly.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 5 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Place 6 (4-ounce) ramekins in a large baking dish. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat the cream and sugar until it starts to simmer. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and vanilla extract. Slowly pour the cream mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. This will temper the eggs and ensure you don’t end up with scrambled eggs in your custard.
Carefully pour the custard into the ramekins. Pour hot water into the baking dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the custards are set in the middle.
Carefully remove the ramekins from the baking dish and place on a wire rack to cool. Once cool, cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or overnight.
Equipment
- Large baking dish
- 6 (4-ounce) ramekins
- Medium saucepan
- Medium bowl
- Whisk
Notes
Be sure to cool the cream mixture before adding it to the egg yolks. This will help prevent the eggs from curdling.
Nutrition: Per Serving
Calories: 302 Fat: 24g Carbohydrates: 16g Protein: 4g
Recipe Tips
For an extra special treat, try adding a few tablespoons of your favorite liqueur to the custard. You can also experiment with different flavorings, like lemon zest or a pinch of ground cinnamon.
If you don’t have ramekins, you can use other oven-safe dishes, like a 9-inch pie plate or a 9×13-inch baking dish. Just be sure to adjust the baking time as needed.
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