Real English Custard from Scratch

English custard is a classic dessert sauce commonly served with pies, puddings, and other sweet treats in England.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Real English Custard from Scratch

Cooking Method: Stovetop Cuisine: English Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Milk
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 3 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 pinch Ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until well combined.
3. Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
4. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Allow the custard to cool for a few minutes, then transfer to serving dishes.
7. Sprinkle with ground nutmeg.
8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
9. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 19g7%

Sugars 15g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.