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Vanilla-Custard-Recipe

Vanilla Custard

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This Vanilla Custard features a rich and creamy texture with a classic vanilla flavor, made from simple ingredients. It’s a perfect dessert for gatherings or a comforting treat at home.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar, divided
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and 1/4 cup of sugar. Heat on medium, stirring occasionally until it steams with small bubbles at the edges. Do not boil.
  2. Whisk together the egg yolks, the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium bowl until well combined and pale yellow.
  3. Gradually pour about 1/2 cup of the warm milk into the egg mix while whisking continuously. Follow by whisking in another 1/2 cup of hot milk.
  4. Return the tempered egg mixture back to the saucepan with the remaining milk.
  5. Cook on medium-low heat, whisking all the time until the custard thickens and bubbles appear, around 3 to 5 minutes. Keep whisking for 1 more minute.
  6. Take the saucepan off the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla until everything is smooth.
  7. For a silkier consistency, strain the custard using a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl.
  8. You can serve it warm, or place plastic wrap directly on the custard surface and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving chilled.

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Notes

Make sure not to let the milk boil, as this can affect the texture of the custard.
Straining the custard ensures a smoother finish, without any lumps or curdled bits.
This custard can be served warm or cold, making it a versatile dessert option.

  • Author: Alejandro
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 140 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Classic

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 187
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 135mg

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