South Beach Chilled Espresso Custard
Indulge in the creamy decadence of South Beach Chilled Espresso Custard, a delightful dessert infused with the bold richness of espresso. Perfectly balancing velvety custard with the invigorating notes of coffee, this recipe brings together egg yolks, whole milk, and a touch of vanilla for a luxuriously smooth texture. The custard is carefully thickened and chilled to create a refreshing treat, making it an elegant choice for dinner parties or a satisfying end to any meal. Garnish each serving with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for added flair. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, this sophisticated dessert is sure to become a new favorite. Keywords: chilled custard recipe, espresso dessert, creamy coffee custard, refined dessert idea, South Beach custard.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 shots Espresso
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 4 Egg yolks
- 1/3 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- Cocoa powder or chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare 2 shots of espresso using an espresso machine or stovetop espresso pot, and set aside to cool slightly.
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and espresso. Heat over medium-low heat, whisking occasionally, until warm but not boiling. Remove from heat.
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and pale in color.
Slowly pour the warm milk and espresso mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
Pour the combined mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula.
Continue stirring until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Do not let the mixture boil.
Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to catch any lumps.
Let the custard cool slightly, then cover the surface directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or until fully chilled.
When ready to serve, divide the custard into individual serving dishes. Optionally, garnish with whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa powder or chocolate shavings.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
880 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.8 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 812 mg | 271% | |
| Sodium | 364 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.6 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.2 g | ||
| Protein | 28.3 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.2 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 709 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 981 mg | 21% | |
*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.
