Recipe: Creamy Custard with Caramel Layer
Introduction: This delicious creamy custard dessert topped with a rich caramel layer is the perfect treat for any occasion. Its smooth and velvety texture, paired with the sweet and slightly bitter flavor of the caramel, makes it an irresistible indulgence. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, this dessert is a favorite for many!
Ingredients:
- 1 liter of whole milk
- 200g of sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons of corn starch
- 50g of butter
- 100g of sugar (for caramel)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Caramel:
- In a small saucepan, melt 100g of sugar over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Once the sugar melts and turns golden, pour it into your dessert dish to form the caramel layer. Swirl the dish to ensure the caramel covers the base evenly. Set it aside to cool and harden.
- Make the Custard:
- In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, corn starch, and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the warm milk to the egg mixture, whisking constantly to avoid curdling the eggs.
- Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens into a custard-like consistency.
- Once thickened, remove from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Assemble the Dessert:
- Pour the custard mixture over the caramel layer in the dish. Smooth the top with a spatula and let it cool at room temperature.
- Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully set.
- Serve:
- To serve, gently run a knife along the edges of the dessert to loosen it, and then invert the dish onto a plate.
- The caramel should now be on top, creating a beautiful glossy layer over the creamy custard.
Enjoy your creamy custard with caramel!