Question: what is the difference between creme brulee and custard?
Answer: Crème caramel is a baked custard which is cooked in a ramekin that is lined with caramel. Crème brûlée is also a baked custard with a nice crackly layer of caramelized sugar on top of it. ... Crème brûlée is extremely rich. That comes from a lot of heavy cream and egg yolks.