Description
This rich and creamy custard is perfect for desserts or as a filling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan (off heat), whisk together egg yolks and sugar until pale and smooth.
- Gradually whisk in the milk.
- Sift in the cornstarch and mix until fully combined.
- Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens into a custard-like consistency.
- Remove from heat and stir in nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- Add butter and stir until melted and glossy.
- Let cool slightly, then transfer to clean jars.
- Refrigerate until fully cooled and thickened.
Notes
- Ensure constant whisking to avoid lumps.
- Can be served on its own or used in other desserts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 150mg