Easy Vanilla Custard Recipe
Silky stovetop vanilla custard made with everyday ingredients. Spoon over fruit, layer in trifles, or enjoy alone.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2.25 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 4 large egg yolks
- 7 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2.5 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter softened
- 0.25 tsp fine salt
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Set a fine-mesh strainer over a medium bowl and keep it nearby.
- Whisk egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan until thick and smooth.
- Warm milk and cream in a separate saucepan over medium heat until steaming, not boiling.
- Slowly drizzle in a ladle of hot dairy to the yolk mixture, whisking constantly to temper.
- Pour the tempered mixture back into the pan with the remaining dairy while whisking.
- Cook over medium heat, whisking nonstop, until thick bubbles form, about 2–3 minutes.
- Remove from heat; whisk in butter and vanilla until glossy and smooth.
- Strain the custard into the prepared bowl for an extra-silky texture.
- Press plastic wrap directly on the surface. Cool, then chill until set, about 2 hours.
- Serve chilled on its own or spooned over berries, cake, or pie.
Notes
Variation: Infuse the milk with a split vanilla bean or a strip of lemon peel, then strain before tempering. Storage: Keep covered in the fridge up to 4 days; whisk briefly before serving.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Vanilla Custard Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.