Using a circulator to create a temperature controlled bain marie

chriswrightcycles

Hey all.

I've been wondering if its possible to create a temperature controlled bain marie using my immersion circulator. I'm looking for a way to dial in the consistency of my creme brulee recipe and am thinking that using this method might allow me to make subtle and repeatable changes in textures. There doesnt seem to be much info on using a circulator for this purpose so I am soliciting suggestions from those who have successfully tried this. Any tips?

Thanks in advance,
Chris
 

ttpoker

Just place a riser in the bath to assure the ramakins stay above water, it is fairly easy to do. Sousvide Supreme has examples of this, and even sells a ramekin holder for this purpose.