Preheat your oven to 325°F (about 160°C). Starting with the right temperature is crucial to getting the texture just right.

Place four ramekins into a large baking dish. This will help with the water bath later!

In a mixing bowl, whisk together 4 large egg yolks and 1/3 cup of fine sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly thick. This will ensure that your custard has a smooth texture without any graininess. Add in that delectable 1 tablespoon of honey during this stage, and whisk until fully blended.

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine 2 cups of rich whipping cream, 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Allow it to heat until it’s steaming but not boiling. This helps to release the vanilla flavor.

Slowly pour the hot cream mixture into the bowl with your egg yolks while continuously whisking. The key here is to temper the egg yolks slowly with the hot cream to avoid curdling. You’ll see this creamy mixture come to life.

Carefully pour the custard mixture into each of the ramekins, ensuring an even distribution.

Fill the baking dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins. This water bath will help cook the custard evenly and prevent any curdled textures.

Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly jiggly.

Once baked, remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool for a moment. After they cool slightly, transfer them to the fridge for at least 2 hours, or until completely chilled.

Just before serving, take the chilled crème brûlée out of the fridge. Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar evenly on top of each custard.

Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar until it turns to a beautiful golden brown. If you don’t have a torch, you can broil them in the oven for a few minutes—watching closely to prevent burning.

Let the sugar cool for a minute, then serve your magnificent easy crème brûlée with a selection of berries or your favorite toppings!