Junket

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A classic creamy custard dessert set with rennet, offering a delicate, milky sweetness that melts in your mouth.
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Junket is a timeless, no-bake custard dessert that relies on the unique coagulating power of rennet to transform milk into a silky, jiggly treat. Unlike gelatin-based desserts, junket has a distinctively soft, creamy texture and a pure, mild dairy flavor. Traditionally served with a sprinkle of nutmeg and a spoonful of strawberry jam or whipped cream, it is an elegant yet simple way to finish a meal. This recipe requires only two main ingredients and minimal effort, making it perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests with a sophisticated, old-fashioned dessert. It’s light enough for a summer evening but comforting enough for cooler days, showcasing the beauty of minimalism in cooking.

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Junket

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 50.4

Description

Junket is a timeless, no-bake custard dessert that relies on the unique coagulating power of rennet to transform milk into a silky, jiggly treat. Unlike gelatin-based desserts, junket has a distinctively soft, creamy texture and a pure, mild dairy flavor. Traditionally served with a sprinkle of nutmeg and a spoonful of strawberry jam or whipped cream, it is an elegant yet simple way to finish a meal. This recipe requires only two main ingredients and minimal effort, making it perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests with a sophisticated, old-fashioned dessert. It&# 226;ÂÂs light enough for a summer evening but comforting enough for cooler days, showcasing the beauty of minimalism in cooking.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Pour the milk into a saucepan and warm it over medium heat until it is hot but not boiling (approximately 180ðF or 82ðC).
  2. Remove the milk from the heat and let it cool slightly for one minute.
  3. Dissolve the junket tablet in a small amount of the warm milk, stirring gently until completely dissolved.
  4. Stir the dissolved junket mixture back into the remaining warm milk.
  5. Immediately pour the mixture into individual serving glasses or a single large dish.
  6. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 3 to 4 hours, or until the custard is fully set.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 50.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.2g2%
Saturated Fat 0.8g4%
Cholesterol 2.4mg1%
Sodium 48.0mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 6.0g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 6.0g
Protein 4.1g9%

* 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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