Pastry Cream
Pastry cream is commonly used as a filling in cakes, eclairs, and tarts.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.
Pastry Cream
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a saucepan, heat the milk until it just begins to boil.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch.
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Gradually pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
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Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
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Remove from heat and whisk in the vanilla extract and butter until smooth.
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Transfer the pastry cream to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
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Once chilled and set, the pastry cream is ready to be used in your desired dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 230kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 13g20%
- Total Carbohydrate 23g8%
- Sugars 17g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
