Low Fat Classic Vanilla Custard
Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Classic Vanilla Custard, a luscious twist on the traditional dessert that’s every bit as creamy and flavorful. Made with wholesome skim milk, silky egg yolks, and a touch of vanilla extract, this recipe balances richness with a lighter profile perfect for those seeking healthier options. The smooth texture is achieved through gentle cooking and careful tempering, ensuring the custard coats the back of a spoon to perfection. Ready in just 25 minutes and ideal for refrigeration, it’s a great make-ahead dessert to impress your guests. Serve it chilled with a sprinkle of nutmeg or a handful of fresh berries for an elegant touch that elevates this timeless treat. Perfect keywords for SEO: low fat dessert, vanilla custard recipe, healthy custard, classic dessert alternative.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Skim milk
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 pieces Large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
Gradually stir in the skim milk, ensuring there are no lumps.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring continuously, until the mixture starts to thicken and comes to a gentle simmer. This should take about 7-10 minutes.
In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks. Slowly add about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent them from curdling.
Pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture, continuing to whisk constantly.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes over medium heat, or until the custard is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the custard into a bowl or individual serving dishes and cover with plastic wrap, pressing the wrap directly onto the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming.
Allow the custard to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Serve chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of nutmeg or a few berries, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.4 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 383 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 358 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.9 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.9 g | ||
| Protein | 22.2 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.3 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 689 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 862 mg | 18% | |
*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.
