Welcome to our delightful kitchen corner! Today, we’re excited to share with you a classic and timeless dessert – Simple Vanilla Custard. This creamy, luscious treat is perfect whether you prefer it warm over your favorite cake or chilled in elegant serving glasses. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can whip up this delectable custard in no time.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 5 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch, arrowroot powder, or tapioca flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
1. Heat the Cream
Begin by adding the heavy cream and whole milk to a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk occasionally and watch closely until it just starts to simmer with bubbles along the edges. Once you see the bubbles, remove the saucepan from the heat.
2. Temper the Eggs
In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, honey, arrowroot powder (or your chosen thickening agent), and vanilla extract. Now, the crucial part – while continuously whisking, very slowly pour half of the hot cream mixture into the bowl with the egg mixture. Be careful to pour slowly to avoid curdling the eggs.
3. Stir Together
Return the tempered egg mixture to the saucepan. Stir the mixture over medium-low heat for about 1 to 3 minutes, or until the custard is slightly thickened. Keep in mind that the custard will continue to thicken even after being removed from the heat.
4. Serve
Your custard is ready to be enjoyed! You can serve it warm, drizzled over cake, pie, or other desserts. If you prefer it cold, transfer the custard to a bowl and cover the top with plastic wrap (make sure the plastic wrap is touching the custard) to prevent a skin from forming. Chill in the refrigerator for 4 hours or overnight. For a stylish presentation, spoon individual servings into glasses.
Summary
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes + chilling time (if applicable)
- Calories: 310 kcal per serving
- Servings: 4
Conclusion
We hope you enjoy making and savoring this Simple Vanilla Custard as much as we do. Whether served warm or chilled, it’s a versatile and delicious dessert that’s sure to impress. Happy cooking!
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Simple Vanilla Custard
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
This Simple Vanilla Custard is a classic dessert that offers a smooth, creamy texture with a rich vanilla flavor that comes from real vanilla extract. It’s an indulgent treat that can be served in various ways, making it perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re topping a slice of pie, filling pastries, or enjoying it as is, this custard is bound to satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
5 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons cornstarch, arrowroot powder, or tapioca flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Heat the cream: Add the heavy cream and milk to a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk occasionally until it just starts to simmer with bubbles along the edges, then remove from the heat.
Temper the eggs: Whisk the egg yolks, honey, arrowroot powder, and vanilla in a medium bowl. While continuously whisking, very slowly pour half of the hot cream mixture into the bowl. Don’t pour too fast or the eggs will curdle.
Stir together: Return the tempered egg mixture to the saucepan and stir together over medium-low heat for 1 to 3 minutes, or until the custard is slightly thickened. Note: the custard will continue to thicken once removed from the heat.
Serve: You can serve the custard warm drizzled over cake, pie, or other desserts or you can chill it and serve cold. If chilling, transfer the custard to a bowl and cover the top (so that it’s touching the custard) with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Chill for 4 hours or overnight. Then, spoon individual servings in glasses to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 310