Tartlets with Homemade Crème Brûlée Filling

Introduction
These tartlets combine the rich, creamy texture of classic crème brûlée with the crisp elegance of a buttery tart shell. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself, they’re easier to make than you think—and require no blowtorch!

Ingredients
For the tartlet shells

1 1/4 cups (160 g) all-purpose flour

1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed

1/4 cup (50 g) sugar

1 egg yolk

1–2 tbsp cold water

For the crème brûlée filling

1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream

1/2 vanilla bean or 1 tsp vanilla extract

3 egg yolks

1/4 cup (50 g) sugar

2 tbsp brown sugar (for caramelized tops)

How to Make