Custard Filling
Velvety, rich, and irresistibly creamy, this homemade custard filling is the perfect addition to elevate your favorite desserts. Made with pantry staples like whole milk, egg yolks, sugar, and a touch of vanilla extract, this silky-smooth custard strikes the ideal balance of sweetness and texture. The recipe uses a gentle tempering process to create a lump-free consistency, while a fine-mesh sieve ensures a luxurious, professional-quality finish. Whether used as a filling for pastries, tarts, or layered cakes, or simply enjoyed on its own with a dollop of whipped cream, this versatile custard is a must-have in your dessert repertoire. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a sweet confection perfect for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it begins to steam, but do not let it boil. Stir occasionally to prevent scalding.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch, and salt until smooth and well-combined.
Slowly pour about 1/2 cup of the heated milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent curdling.
Gradually add the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk, whisking continuously.
Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and whisk in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and smooth.
Pass the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps for a silky texture.
Cover the surface of the custard directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming and let it cool to room temperature.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before using as a filling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1206 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.7 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.5 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 859 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 814 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.5 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 124.4 g | ||
| Protein | 27.0 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.2 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 699 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 822 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
