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LA CRÈME PÂTISSIÈRE
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
minutes
Total Time
25
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
servings
Calories
250
A classic French pastry cream, rich and smooth, perfect for filling desserts or enjoying on its own.
Ingredients
Vanilla
500
ml
milk
95
g
sugar
(divided into two parts)
4
units
egg yolks
10
g
flour
25
g
cornstarch (Maizena)
20
g
butter
Instructions
Split the vanilla pod and scrape seeds into the milk, then bring to a boil.
Whisk egg yolks with half the sugar until light, then add flour and cornstarch.
Remove vanilla pod, pour hot milk into egg mixture while whisking, then return to heat and cook until thickened.
Pour into a bowl, let cool slightly, then whisk in butter until smooth.
Cover with plastic film in contact and refrigerate before serving.
Notes
Ensure to whisk continuously to prevent lumps and achieve a smooth cream.
Calories:
250
kcal
Cost:
$10
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
French
Keyword:
vanilla