Pastry Cream (Crema Pasticceria)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 18
A classic Italian Pastry Cream recipe for all your baking needs
in Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 1/4 cups milk ( whole milk , please )
1/2 cup sugar , plus
2 teaspoons sugar
3 slices fine lemon zest
7 egg yolks
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1 -2 tablespoon vanilla extract ( or 1 1/2 t vanilla and 3 to 4 T rum )
3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
187
Sugar
15g
Fat
9g
Pastry Cream, or Crema Pasticceria in Italian, is a classic filling used in many traditional Italian desserts. It is a rich and creamy custard that is perfect for filling cakes, tarts, and cream puffs. This recipe is easy to follow and requires only a few basic ingredients. While it is typically made with vanilla extract, adding a touch of rum can add a nice depth of flavor to the custard. Be sure to refrigerate the cream until cold before using it in your favorite baked goods.

Instructions

1.In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the milk, 1/2 cup sugar, and lemon zest over medium heat until it comes to a simmer.
2.In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, egg, and salt until smooth.
3.Whisk in the flour until smooth.
4.Once the milk mixture comes to a simmer, remove the lemon zest and slowly whisk it into the egg mixture.
5.Return the mixture back to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and bubbles.
6.Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter, whisking until smooth.
7.Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and cover with plastic wrap, pressing it onto the surface of the cream to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate until cold.

PROS

Pastry Cream is a classic filling for many baked goods such as cakes, pastries, and cream puffs.
It is rich, creamy, and versatile.

This recipe is easy to follow and can be made in advance.

CONS

Pastry Cream is high in calories and fat, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The use of raw eggs in this recipe may pose a health risk to certain individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest option, Pastry Cream does contain protein and calcium from the milk and egg ingredients.
It is best enjoyed as an occasional indulgence.

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