Custard Cream Recipe

Indulge in this incredibly easy and unbelievably tasty custard recipe, adapted from the Larousse Gastronomique! Achieve the perfect pourable yet thickened consistency, similar to creamy yogurt. Customize the sweetness to your liking – the original recipe is sweeter, so feel free to adjust the sugar. Discover variations using powdered sugar, cane sugar (use slightly less), or even an extra egg yolk instead of cornstarch for a richer flavor. This recipe is perfect for both novice and experienced bakers!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 350.6 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating Be the first
Custard Cream 132

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Forktionary editorial kitchen team

The Forktionary Kitchen Team

Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Custard Cream

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Custard Cream? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Custard Cream

  1. In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth and pale.
  3. Bring the milk to a gentle simmer. Do not boil.
  4. Gradually whisk about 1/3 of the hot milk into the egg yolk mixture to temper it. This prevents the eggs from scrambling.
  5. Slowly pour the tempered egg yolk mixture into the remaining hot milk, whisking constantly.
  6. Add the vanilla extract (or other flavoring).
  7. Continue to cook over low heat, whisking constantly, until the custard thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 2-3 minutes). Do not boil.
  8. Remove from heat and continue whisking for another minute to prevent lumps. If too thin, whisk in 1/2 teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with a tablespoon of cold milk.
  9. Pour the custard into individual serving dishes or a larger bowl.
  10. Serve warm or chilled. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

200g

Fat

24g

Carbs

19g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Custard Cream?

Custard Cream takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Custard Cream?

Custard Cream has approximately 350.6 calories per serving, with about 15 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Custard Cream?

The key ingredients for Custard Cream are Milk, Sugar, Egg Yolks, Cornstarch, Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

Reviews

No reviews yet — be the first to share your thoughts on this recipe!

Write a Review