Real Custard Sauce
Indulge in the creamy elegance of Real Custard Sauce, a classic dessert accompaniment that’s as versatile as it is luxurious. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients—whole milk, rich egg yolks, granulated sugar, and a splash of vanilla extract—this homemade custard delivers velvety smoothness and a delicate sweetness that elevates any dish it graces. With an optional hint of cornstarch for those who prefer a thicker texture, this recipe is perfect for drizzling over warm fruit crumbles, ladling onto steaming puddings, or serving alongside fresh berries. Ready in just 25 minutes, this silky-smooth sauce is the ultimate staple for dessert lovers who crave the comforting flavor of real, from-scratch custard.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 ml Whole milk
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 50 g Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tsp Cornstarch (optional, for thicker custard)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the milk gently over medium-low heat until it is warm but not boiling. Small bubbles should start to form around the edges of the pan.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened. If you'd like a thicker custard, whisk in the cornstarch at this stage.
Slowly add a ladleful of the warm milk to the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent them from curdling.
Gradually pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk, stirring continuously.
Cook the mixture on low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula, until the custard thickens slightly and coats the back of the spoon. Be careful not to let it boil, as this can cause the custard to split.
Once thickened, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
If desired, strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps for a perfectly smooth texture.
Serve the custard warm or allow it to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until ready to use. Stir before serving, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
747 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.6 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 800 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 228 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.2 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.7 g | ||
| Protein | 27.7 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.5 mcg | 38% | |
| Calcium | 726 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 856 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.
