Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of homemade vanilla custard, a classic dessert that brings warmth and nostalgia to any occasion. This silky-smooth custard is a breeze to prepare and can be served alone or topped with fresh fruit, chocolate shavings, or spices for an elevated experience. Perfectly versatile, it’s a delightful treat that will impress your guests or satisfy your sweet cravings after a long day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Heat the whole milk in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar and egg yolks until pale and thick.
- Gradually drizzle half of the hot milk into the egg mixture while whisking to temper the eggs.
- Pour the tempered mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until slightly thickened (about 10 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in vanilla extract and salt. Let cool slightly before pouring into serving dishes.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Classic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 170mg