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This rich custard base is the foundation for many classic desserts, offering a smooth, creamy texture and deep vanilla flavor. Made with whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, and egg yolks, it creates a luxurious mouthfeel without any baking required. The key to success is gentle heating to avoid curdling the eggs, resulting in a silky sauce that can be enjoyed on its own or used as a base for ice cream, puddings, or trifles. It is an elegant yet simple treat that feels indulgent but comes together with pantry staples.
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This rich custard base is the foundation for many classic desserts, offering a smooth, creamy texture and deep vanilla flavor. Made with whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, and egg yolks, it creates a luxurious mouthfeel without any baking required. The key to success is gentle heating to avoid curdling the eggs, resulting in a silky sauce that can be enjoyed on its own or used as a base for ice cream, puddings, or trifles. It is an elegant yet simple treat that feels indulgent but comes together with pantry staples.Ingredients
Directions
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In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, and sugar.
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Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
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While the cream mixture heats, place the egg yolks in a separate bowl and whisk them briefly until smooth.
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Slowly pour about 1 cup of the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks while whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
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Once the egg mixture is smooth and slightly warmed, slowly pour it back into the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture, whisking constantly.
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Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula, until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of the spoon, about 8 minutes.
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Do not let the mixture boil, or the eggs will curdle.
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Remove from heat and strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to ensure a silky texture.
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Cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until ready to use or freeze for ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1740.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 65.4g101%
- Saturated Fat 40.0g200%
- Cholesterol 199.2mg67%
- Sodium 43.0mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 292.5g98%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 292.5g
- Protein 5.8g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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