Description
Learn how to make a rich and creamy Homemade Vanilla Custard that is perfect as a dessert on its own or as a filling for various pastries. This classic French recipe is easy to prepare and will impress your guests with its luscious flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Sugar and Flavorings:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Egg Mixture:
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prepare Milk Mixture: Combine milk and cream in a saucepan, warm but do not boil.
- Whisk Egg Mixture: Combine egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and salt until smooth.
- Temper Eggs: Slowly mix warm milk into egg mixture.
- Cook Custard: Heat mixture, whisking until thickened.
- Finish and Chill: Stir in butter and vanilla, chill custard before serving.
Notes
- Serve chilled as a standalone dessert or use as a filling for various pastries.
- Adjust sweetness to preference or infuse milk with a vanilla bean for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
