Delicious Crème Brûlée Tart

Name: Delicious Crème Brûlée Tart
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 255 min
Yield: 8 slices
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and levelled); 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed); 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 egg yolk; 2 tbsp cold water; 2 cup heavy cream; 1 vanilla bean (split and scraped); 5 egg yolks; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup granulated sugar

255 min 8 slices Medium

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Delicious Crème Brûlée Tart

This Crème Brûlée Tart combines a classic custard with a crisp tart shell, offering a sliceable version of the beloved dessert.

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Total

255 min

Servings

Difficulty

Medium

Crème Brûlée Tart takes the creamy, rich custard traditionally served in ramekins and elevates it into a sliceable delight. With a buttery tart shell as its base, this dessert is perfect for those who enjoy the classic crème brûlée but desire a more shareable format. The tart's crisp crust complements the silky custard, while the caramelized sugar topping provides a satisfying crack with each bite. This version is ideal for dinner parties or family gatherings where an elegant yet approachable dessert is desired.

Ingredients

Servings

For the tart shell

For the custard

For the topping

Instructions

Prepare the tart shell

In a food processor, combine flour, sugar, and butter. Pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add egg yolk and water, pulsing until dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.

Pro tip: Avoid overmixing to keep the crust tender.

Blind bake the shell

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Roll out dough and fit into a 23 cm (9-inch) tart pan. Line with parchment and fill with weights. Bake for 15 minutes, remove weights, and bake 10 more minutes.

Pro tip: Allow the shell to cool completely before adding custard.

Prepare the custard

In a saucepan, heat cream and vanilla until just simmering. In a bowl, whisk yolks and sugar. Gradually whisk hot cream into yolks. Strain mixture.

Pro tip: Straining ensures a smooth custard.

Bake the custard tart

Pour custard into cooled tart shell. Bake at 150°C (300°F) for 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the centre. Cool to room temperature.

Pro tip: A slight jiggle indicates a perfectly set custard.

Chill the tart

Refrigerate the tart for at least 3 hours, allowing the custard to fully set.

Caramelize the sugar topping

Sprinkle sugar evenly over the top of the tart. Using a kitchen torch, caramelize sugar until golden and crisp. Allow to set for a minute before slicing.

Pro tip: Move the torch in small circles for even caramelization.

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Tips & Tricks

<ul><li>Use a kitchen torch for a professional finish on the sugar.</li><li>Ensure the custard is set with a slight jiggle in the centre.</li><li>Chill the tart thoroughly before serving for best results.</li></ul>

Serving Suggestions

Serve the Crème Brûlée Tart with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream to enhance its flavours. This tart pairs beautifully with coffee or a light dessert wine. The tart can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge. Torch the sugar just before serving to maintain the crunchy topping. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to three days.