Vanilla custard
Indulge in the creamy goodness of homemade Vanilla Custard! Made with light sour cream, rich egg yolks, and a hint of vanilla, this delightful dessert is perfectly sweetened and thickened to perfection. Easy-to-follow recipe with simple ingredients for a classic, comforting treat.
Cook time 15 min
Prep time 10 min
Ingredients:
1/3 cup light sour cream1 tsp vanilla extract
6 yolks
1/4 cup sugar
1 tbsp corn flour
Vanilla custard is a classic dessert that is wonderfully creamy and rich, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients like sour cream, vanilla extract, egg yolks, sugar, and corn flour, you can create a delicious, homemade vanilla custard that will impress your family and friends.
Instructions:
- Gather and measure all the ingredients to ensure you have everything ready before you start cooking.
- Separate the egg yolks from the whites, placing the yolks in a medium-sized mixing bowl. (You can save the egg whites for another recipe.)
- Add the sugar to the egg yolks in the mixing bowl.
- Use a whisk to beat the egg yolks and sugar together until the mixture becomes pale and slightly fluffy.
- Sprinkle the corn flour into the egg and sugar mixture.
- Continue to whisk until the corn flour is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mix the light sour cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the sour cream and vanilla mixture to the egg mixture, pouring slowly and whisking constantly to avoid curdling the eggs.
- Pour the combined mixture into a medium saucepan.
- Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula to ensure the mixture doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan or form lumps.
- Continue to cook until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon. This should take about 5-10 minutes.
- To check if the custard is done, run your finger through the coating on the back of the spoon. If it leaves a clear trail, the custard is ready.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and continue to stir for another minute to prevent any residual cooking.
- Pour the custard into a bowl or individual serving dishes.
- Optionally, you can place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming.
- Allow the custard to cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Serve the chilled vanilla custard on its own or with your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, caramel sauce, or whipped cream.
Tips:
- Ensure you whisk the egg yolks and sugar until the mixture becomes pale and thick for the best texture.
- Gradually add the hot milk to the egg mixture to prevent the eggs from curdling.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly to avoid lumps forming.
- Strain the custard through a fine mesh sieve to achieve a smooth, velvety consistency.
- Allow the custard to cool with a plastic wrap directly on its surface to prevent a skin from forming.
Enjoy your luscious, homemade vanilla custard warm or chilled, either on its own or as a delightful accompaniment to other desserts. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to become a favorite thanks to its simplicity and delightful flavor.
Nutrition per serving
2 ServingsCalories 350kcal
Protein 10g
Carbohydrates 33g
Fiber 0.32g
Sugar 27g
Fat 18g
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