Description
Learn how to make a delicious vanilla pastry cream filling that is perfect for eclairs, cream puffs, tarts, and cakes. This rich and creamy custard filling is a versatile addition to your dessert recipes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat the milk: In a medium saucepan, heat the milk until just starting to steam.
- Prepare the egg mixture: Whisk sugar, cornstarch, egg yolks, and salt until smooth.
- Temper the eggs: Slowly pour hot milk into the egg mixture while whisking.
- Cook the mixture: Cook over medium heat until thickened, then add butter and vanilla.
- Cool and chill: Cover the cream and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before using.
Notes
- Vanilla pastry cream is versatile and can be used in various desserts.
- For extra richness, substitute part of the milk with heavy cream.
- Whisk before using after chilling to restore smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
