Here’s a classic vanilla custard recipe that’s creamy and delicious:
Classic Vanilla Custard
Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions:
- Heat the Milk:
- In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Do not let it boil.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Combine with Egg Yolks:
- Add the egg yolks to the dry ingredients and whisk until the mixture is smooth and pale in color.
- Temper the Egg Mixture:
- Slowly pour about 1/2 cup of the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent them from scrambling.
- Cook the Custard:
- Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Flavorings:
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter until fully incorporated.
- Strain and Cool:
- Pour the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps. Cover the surface of the custard with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming and let it cool to room temperature. Then, refrigerate for at least 2 hours until chilled.
- Serve:
- Serve the vanilla custard on its own or with fresh fruit, berries, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Enjoy your creamy and delicious vanilla custard!