How to Make Instant Pot Creme Brulee - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of the classic and indulgent French dessert, creme brulee, but have always been intimidated by the thought of making it at home, then fear not! With the help of an Instant Pot, you can easily create the creamy, custard-based dessert that boasts a caramelized sugar top without any stress or fuss.

Instant Pot creme brulee is the perfect dessert for any occasion, whether it's a special dinner party, holiday gathering, or simply a weeknight treat for yourself. The best par...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 2 ½ tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3 teaspoons white sugar, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs 20 mins
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 50 mins
  • Servings: 3
  • Yield: 3 6-ounce ramekins

  • Place a trivet in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot); add 1 cup water.
  • Heat heavy cream in the microwave until very hot, but not boiling, about 45 seconds.
  • Whisk egg yolks, 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar, vanilla, and salt together in a mixing bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of the warm cream and whisk quickly. Slowly add in the remaining cream, stirring well. Pour the mixture into three 6-ounce ramekins.
  • Cover ramekins with foil and place on the trivet, stacking if necessary. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Check custard; it should jiggle around the edges but not be liquid; it will set up more as it cools. Let cool to room temperature, 15 to 30 minutes. Refrigerate for 4 hours.
  • Top each custard with 1 teaspoon sugar. Heat sugar with a kitchen torch until caramelized, about 30 seconds. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    369 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 19g
    • Cholesterol: 245mg
    • Sodium: 87mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 66mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 74mg