Real Proper Custard
This recipe yields a decadently rich and velvety vanilla custard that will elevate any dessert to a whole new level. With the subtle fragrance of vanilla permeating through each spoonful, this custard is a true delight for your taste buds. Embrace the simplicity of creating this custard and enjoy its creamy goodness on its own or as a complement to your favorite sweet treats.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 570ml/1 pint milk
- 55ml/2fl oz single cream
- 1 vanilla pod or ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 4 eggs
- 30g/1oz caster sugar
- 2 level tsp cornflour
Instructions
- Bring the milk, cream and vanilla pod to simmering point slowly over a low heat.
- Remove the vanilla pod (wash the vanilla pod, dry and store in jar with caster sugar to make vanilla sugar).
- Whisk the yolks, sugar and cornflour together in a bowl until well blended.
- Pour the hot milk and cream onto the eggs and sugar, whisking all the time with a balloon whisk.
- Return to the pan, (add vanilla extract if using) and over a low heat gently stir with a wooden spatula until thickened.
- Pour the custard into a jug and serve at once.
- To keep hot, stand the jug in a pan of hot water and cover the top with cling film to prevent skin forming.
Cook Time
30M
Prep Time
PT30M
Yield
Makes 570ml/1 pint custard
Nutrition
- Calories: 872kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 65g
- Fat Content: 54g
- Fiber Content: 0g
- Protein Content: 33g
- Saturated Fat Content: 26g
- Sugar Content: 56g
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