Fresh Fruit with Vanilla Custard Sauce
Indulge in a refreshing and luxurious dessert with this recipe for Fresh Fruit with Vanilla Custard Sauce. Perfectly ripe strawberries, blueberries, kiwi slices, and juicy pineapple come together in a vibrant, colorful medley that’s topped with a silky, homemade vanilla custard sauce. The custard, made with creamy whole milk, rich egg yolks, and a hint of pure vanilla, is gently cooked to perfection, creating a velvety texture that beautifully complements the natural sweetness of the fruit. This dessert is as stunning as it is simple, requiring just 30 minutes of prep and cook time. Serve it chilled for an elegant finish to any meal, and garnish with fresh mint leaves for an extra touch of sophistication. Ideal for summer gatherings or as a light treat, this recipe celebrates fresh, seasonal flavors in every luscious bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup (sliced) Strawberries
- 1 cup Blueberries
- 2 whole (peeled and sliced) Kiwi
- 1 cup (diced) Pineapple
- 2 tablespoons (optional, for garnish) Mint leaves
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the whole milk over medium heat until it begins to steam, but do not let it boil.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt until smooth and pale.
Slowly drizzle 1/4 cup of the hot milk into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
Gradually pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk, whisking continuously.
Cook the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5–7 minutes).
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the custard to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least an hour.
While the custard is chilling, prepare the fruit by washing, slicing, and dicing as indicated in the ingredients list.
Divide the prepared fresh fruit among four serving bowls or plates.
Drizzle the chilled vanilla custard sauce over each portion of fruit.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1267 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.4 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 797 mg | 266% | |
| Sodium | 825 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.0 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 177.7 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.2 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 827 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1180 mg | 25% | |
*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.
