Description
A velvety vanilla custard that is rich, creamy, and easy to make, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop, ensuring you have everything needed at hand.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm the whole milk until steaming but not boiling, stirring continuously to prevent scorching.
- In a separate bowl, vigorously whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes pale and slightly thickened.
- Stir in the pure vanilla extract and salt into the egg mixture, distributing evenly.
- Gradually pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and avoid curdling.
- Return the entire mixture to low heat, stirring gently until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
Notes
For an ultra-smooth custard, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before cooling. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 200mg