Maple Creme Brulee

This is a delicious twist on the classic French dessert, using maple syrup for a deep, rich flavor.

Ingredients - Serves 4

Preheat the oven to 325°F and arrange four ramekins in a deep baking dish.
In a medium saucepan, heat the cream and maple syrup over medium heat until it begins to gently simmer. Remove from heat.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt.
Gradually add the hot cream mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly.
Divide the mixture among the ramekins.
Pour boiling water into the baking dish until it comes halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the centers are set but still slightly wobbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool in the water bath for 15 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Before serving, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of sugar over each ramekin. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar, or broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes.