Homemade English Custard

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15

Homemade English Custard recipe for a classic dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	250 ml milk
	150 ml double cream
	2 free range egg yolks
	50 g caster sugar ( I like to use vanilla sugar )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

330

Sugar

29g

Fat

21g

English custard is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries. Made from just a few simple ingredients - milk, cream, egg yolks, and sugar - it is the perfect accompaniment to pies, cakes, and other desserts. Custard can be served hot or cold, and can be flavored with a variety of ingredients, such as vanilla, nutmeg, or cinnamon. It is easy to make at home, and can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan, heat the milk and cream over medium heat until just bubbling.
2.	In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until well combined.
3.	Slowly pour the heated mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
4.	Return the entire mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
5.	Strain the custard through a fine mesh sieve and serve hot or cold as desired.

PROS

This homemade custard is rich, creamy, and delicious.

It can be enjoyed as a dessert on its own or as a topping for pies, cakes, and other desserts.

It is also easy and relatively quick to prepare with just a few simple ingredients.

CONS

Custard is high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It can also be difficult to get the consistency just right, and overcooking it can result in a lumpy texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While custard is not particularly healthy, it does provide some nutritional benefits.
Milk and eggs are both good sources of protein, calcium, and vitamin D.
Custard may also contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds from the vanilla and spices used.