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Crème Brûlée Pie


  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes (includes chill time)
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the luxurious Crème Brûlée Pie, a decadent twist on the classic French dessert. This pie combines the creamy custard of traditional crème brûlée with a buttery, flaky pie crust, finished with a crisp caramelized sugar topping. Perfect for special occasions, this show-stopping dessert offers a delightful contrast between smooth custard and the satisfying crunch of caramelized sugar. Impress your guests or treat yourself with this elegant and delicious pie.


Ingredients

For the Pie Crust:

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed

1/4 teaspoon salt

24 tablespoons ice water

For the Crème Brûlée Filling:

2 cups heavy cream

1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)

5 large egg yolks

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Caramelized Sugar Topping:

1/4 cup granulated sugar


Instructions

  1. Make the Pie Crust: In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water until dough forms. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out dough and fit into a 9-inch pie dish. Bake with weights for 15-20 minutes, remove weights, and bake for another 5-10 minutes. Cool completely.
  2. Prepare the Crème Brûlée Filling: Heat cream and vanilla (or extract) in a saucepan until just simmering. Cool slightly. Whisk egg yolks, sugar, and salt until pale. Gradually whisk in warm cream. Pour into cooled pie crust.
  3. Bake the Pie: Reduce oven to 325°F (165°C). Bake pie for 35-40 minutes until custard is set but slightly jiggly. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  4. Caramelize the Sugar Topping: Sprinkle sugar over pie. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize until deep golden brown, or broil for a few seconds, watching closely. Let set before serving.

Notes

Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare the pie up to a day in advance. Add the caramelized sugar topping just before serving to maintain its crisp texture.

Serving Suggestion: Garnish with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream for added elegance.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8 servings
  • Calories: 350 kcal per slice

Keywords: Crème Brûlée Pie, crème brûlée, French dessert, custard pie, caramelized sugar, pie recipe, special occasion dessert, elegant dessert