Indulge in the ultimate creamy delight with this delectable dessert recipe. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings, this recipe promises a velvety smooth texture and rich flavor that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar has completely dissolved and the mixture is just about to simmer. Do not boil.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth and slightly pale in color.
- Slowly pour a ladleful of the hot cream mixture into the bowl with the egg yolks, whisking continuously to temper the eggs and prevent them from scrambling.
- Gradually pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture, stirring constantly.
- Cook the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula, until it thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon. This should take about 8-10 minutes. Do not let it boil.
- Once the mixture has thickened, remove it from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps or egg bits.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, making sure the plastic wrap touches the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming.
- Chill the custard in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow it to set and develop its flavors.
- Once chilled, transfer the custard to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Serve the creamy dessert immediately for a soft texture, or transfer it to a freezer-safe container and freeze for a few hours for a firmer texture.
- Enjoy your incredibly creamy dessert solo or with your favorite toppings such as fresh fruit, chocolate sauce, or whipped cream. Bon appétit!
