Ingredients for Basic Custard Vanilla
- 2 1/4 cups Whole Milk
- 1/2 cup granulated Sugar
- 4 large Egg Yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 cup Cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted Butter
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How to Make Basic Custard Vanilla
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Make sure there are no lumps.
- Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract. Whisk constantly until fully incorporated.
- Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 8-10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted and incorporated.
- Pour the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove any lumps or skin that may have formed.
- Cover the surface of the custard with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the custard to prevent a skin from forming.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until completely chilled before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
144g
Fat
20g
Carbs
12g