Even the next day it’s noticeably drier.I’ve tried dozens and dozens over the years, to compare to this Vanilla Cake. This recipe puts all to shame when it comes to fresh shelf life. Crème brûlée is a traditional French dessert with a crunchy caramelized crust composed of egg yolks, milk, heavy cream, sugar and vanilla. Cheese soufflé is a basic French specialty. It is a sort of soufflé that’s prepared with cheese, béchamel and eggs.