Crème Caramel is one of the most iconic French desserts, and today, I’m showing you how to make this smooth, silky custard topped with a luscious caramel sauce. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced baker, you’ll love how easy it is to achieve the perfect Crème Caramel with my top tips and tricks!
In this video, I’ll guide you through each step of the process, from making the caramel to preparing the custard base and baking it to perfection using the bain-marie method. Plus, I’ll share my secret for achieving that gorgeous golden caramel top every time.
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What You’ll Learn:
1.) How to make a rich and smooth caramel sauce
2.) The best way to prepare the custard base for the perfect texture
3.) Step-by-step instructions on how to bake the Crème Caramel using the bain-marie method
4.) Tips for flipping the custard out of the ramekin beautifully and serving it perfectly
By the end of this video, you’ll have mastered the art of making Crème Caramel and be able to enjoy this decadent French dessert at home! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more delicious recipes!
Time Stamps: 00:00 – Introduction & Tips for Making Crème Caramel
02:15 Making the Caramel
05:30 Preparing the Custard Base
09:00 Baking the Crème Caramel
12:00 How to Flip & Serve the Crème Caramel
13:00 Tasting and Conclusion
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EASY CREME CARAMEL RECIPE
Serves 4
*Print Recipe Here*
INGREDIENTS:
Baking spray
1 cup (212g) sugar
1/4 cup (60 ml) water
1 1/4 cups (300 ml) whole milk
1 1/4 cups (300 ml) heavy cream
2 tablespoons (26g) sugar
2 whole eggs
2 egg yolks
1 Tablespoon (30 ml) vanilla extract
1 large pinch salt
METHOD:
Preheat the oven to 325F (160C).
Spray four 4.63 ounce/137ML (or roughly thereabout) ramekins with baking spray, place them in a roasting pan and set aside.
Place the 1 cup (212 g) of sugar and the water in a 3-qt (2.83l) heavy bottom pot on medium-high heat. Whisk to combine, then don’t touch it.
Allow the sugar mixture to bubble, swirling the pot around so it doesn’t burn. Allow it to turn a golden amber, then keep swirling, but lower the heat to medium-low heat.
Swirl the pan, lifting it off the heat periodically to avoid burning and get it to a deep amber stage.
Fill each ramekin with an equal amount of caramel sauce. Then allow it to cool and set in the ramekin.
Meanwhile, make the custard base. In a large 4-qt (3.8L) pot, add the milk, cream, and sugar. Bring it to a simmer to dissolve the sugar. Then, allow it to cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, yolks, vanilla, and salt. Then, slowly add the cream/milk mixture to the egg mixture, just a bit at a time, whisking “to temper the eggs” and prevent them from scrambling. Then add the rest of the cream/milk mixture.
Place a fine mesh sieve over a 4-cup (1L) Pyrex pitcher and pour the custard base through it to catch any solids in the custard base. Discard the solids, and pour the custard base into the ramekins, leaving 1/4″ of room at the top.
Position the oven rack in the lower third of your oven, pull out the rack. Place the roasting pan on the rack, and add the boiling water from a kettle. Gently push the rack in and bake the custards until they jiggle slightly and are set. About 40-50 minutes.
Allow the custards to cool in the roasting pan on your cooktop until they are cool enough to handle. About 15 minutes. Then, remove them from the water bath and allow them to cool completely.
Pour out the water, then place the custard back in the roasting pan to make it easier to transport them to the refrigerator. Keep them uncovered and refrigerate overnight, or a minimum of 6 hours (but they are better if chilled overnight!)
To reverse, run a sharp knife (without a serrated edge) along the perimeter of the custards to loosen. Then place the plate on top and flip. Shake the ramekins gently to loosen, then slowly lift the ramekin up and serve immediately.
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Yummy recipe!
Thank you, Beth!
Can you tell me what is the difference between this recipe and flan?
Hi Beth, I’m your super fan over 7 years also brought your new books. Can’t wait your new book. Besides, really love your ramekin and oval stainless steel roasting pan. Can you gave me what size you have and brand name? Or post the link to easy to grab. Thanks for sharing. ❤❤ 😂
Oh my! I was unsubscribed! I love everything about you! So looking forward to your cookbook!!!
Beth, in Spain & and Mexico, we call this a Flan. It's made in a Flanera. Next to rice pudding, it's one of my favorites from childhood.
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Yumm! Can this be made in one larger pan rather than ramekins?
All time favourite! Made this for our neighbours , his licked the plate. Compliment plus!❤️❤️🇨🇦
Absolutely divine❤
here in the Philippines we called it Leche Flan. 🍮 Thats my favorite dessert. 😊
You are so relatable it gives me false hope that I can make it too😂 I can't, I'm a horrible baker. Nevertheless, I watch your videos faithfully because they are beautifully done and you make me feel like I'm visiting with a friend. Merci🎉
Delish,elegant,and easy❤
This is my all time favorite dessert that I always order when I’m dining out. I love to baked and always wanted to make this but to scare to try. Thanks so much for making this recipe. I actually watch your video twice. 😂I think I’m definitely going to give it a try this week. 💚☘️
My Mom made this for me all the time, my favorite.
You make it look so easy that I think I will give it a try. What would I need to do if I wanted a bit thicker caramel sauce? Or would it then get stuck in the ramekin?
Oh wow. U got me on the intro especially the French sound. 😅 looks super easy but do tell.. where I'm from we don't have heavy cream so what's the substitution?
Those looks good and a lot like flan.
Your kettle is so beautiful! Is it electric? I guess you’ve now tamed your induction cooktop, perfect caramel. That has to be the ultimate test.
Is this àlso called flan?
Beautiful dessert!…..does it have the same flavor as flan?
So yummy! Will definitely give it a try! Thanks Beth! xo
Everything you make is perfection. Love all your cooking and traveling vlogs.
Mmmmm…I haven't had crème caramel in forever! It used to be one of my favorites! They look absolutely scrumptious! Thanks! ❤
This was my mother's favorite dessert, but I never knew how to put it together because I NEVER PAID attention. Some recipes call for condensed milk which I KNOW Mom didn't use. As usual, thank you Ms. Beth for the rescue and for providing the PERFECT recipe that has alluded me I also would like to thank you for the "SHOP THIS EPISODE" finds which is SO CONVENIENT to see all the goodies in each episode…GENIUS!!! Bisous, et passe un bon week-end. 😘😘
Thank you Beth, I add a splash of vanilla extract to the caramel, adds that extrat umpfff ❤Also I use condensed milk instead of sugar and cream 🤷🏻♀️
This looks so delicious. I would like to try it😊.
Wow it looks so yum.😋 Love how you share all the tricks and ideas. 😊 Really helps new guys like me. ❤ Love watching your videos.💕