1️⃣ Make the Pie Dough: Follow the instructions for the normal crust, or gluten-free version linked in the ingredients. Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling out. You can also make the dough 3 days in advance. 🥧

2️⃣ Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 400°F (200°C). 🔥

Normal Crust Version: Roll out your pie dough on a floured surface. Extend the dough 2 inches past the pie pan. Roll up and onto the oiled pie pan. Cut away excess edges and crimp them. Add parchment paper and pie weights (or dried beans) to the middle of the pie, and bake for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven, discard the beans and parchment, and bake for another 5 minutes until the middle is golden. Remove from the oven. 🥄

Gluten-Free Version: Roll out the dough on parchment paper. Flip the rolled-out dough onto your pie pan, cut away the excess, and crimp the edges. Press into the pie form. Add parchment paper and pie weights (or dried beans) to the middle of the pie, and bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven, discard the beans and parchment, and bake for another 8 minutes until the middle is golden. Remove from the oven. 🥄

Set aside the crust to cool to room temperature. Decrease the oven temperature to 300°F (150°C). 🌡️

3️⃣ Make the Custard Filling: In a pot over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, 1/2 cup of sugar, salt, and vanilla. Bring to a steep and whisk together. Turn off the heat. 🍯

In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks together. Slowly whisk in the hot cream mixture, a small amount at a time, to avoid cooking and scrambling the eggs. Continue this process until all the cream is added. 🥄

4️⃣ Assemble the Pie: Pour the cream mixture into the pie crust. Blow out any surface bubbles with a torch for a smooth surface. Bake in a 300°F oven for 35-45 minutes, until the edges are set but the middle has a slight wiggle. Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. ❄️

5️⃣ Brûlée the Top: Right before serving, add 2 tbsp of sugar to the top and shake around to distribute evenly. Use a torch to caramelize the sugar. Slice and serve! 🔥