Which dish is commonly used to bake individual portions of desserts like crème brûlée?

• A. Ramekin
• B. Casserole dish
• C. Mold
• D. Skillet

Answer: (A)

Single-serving bakeware is used for desserts that are portioned into individual servings. Crème brûlée is baked in small, oven-safe dishes so each portion cooks evenly and can be finished and served in the same vessel. Ramekins are small, straight-sided ceramic or glass dishes that tolerate high oven heat and sit in a water bath, which keeps the custard from curdling and promotes a smooth texture. After chilling, the top is caramelized, and you serve right in the ramekin, without unmolding.

The other options aren’t typical for this purpose: a casserole dish is meant for larger portions, not individual servings; a mold would shape the dessert into a specific form and would require unmolding; a skillet doesn’t provide the gentle, even heat and water-bath setup that custards need.