Baker's Creme
Indulge in the silky decadence of Baker’s Creme, a timeless classic perfect for elevating your favorite desserts. This rich, velvety pastry cream is crafted from simple yet indulgent ingredients like whole milk, egg yolks, and pure vanilla extract, while a touch of cornstarch ensures a luxuriously thick texture. With its smooth, custard-like consistency and buttery finish, this versatile creme pairs beautifully with everything from flaky pastries to fresh fruit and layer cakes. Easy to make in just 25 minutes, it’s a must-have recipe for every baker’s arsenal. Whether you're piping it into éclairs or spreading it in a delicate tart shell, Baker’s Creme guarantees a professional touch to your homemade confections.
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Ingredients
- 500 ml Whole milk
- 100 g Granulated sugar
- 4 pieces Egg yolks
- 30 g Cornstarch
- 50 g Unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 2 tsp Pure vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it starts to steam but does not boil.
Step 2
While the milk is heating, in a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch until smooth and pale yellow.
Step 3
Once the milk is hot, gradually pour about 1/3 of the milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent curdling.
Step 4
Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the rest of the milk, continuing to whisk constantly over medium heat.
Step 5
Cook the mixture until it thickens and begins to bubble, about 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat to low and cook for an additional minute.
Step 6
Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately whisk in the cold butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and smooth.
Step 7
Strain the pastry cream through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps, if necessary.
Step 8
Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pastry cream to prevent a skin from forming, and let it cool to room temperature.
Step 9
Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before using. Stir gently before using in desserts.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (772.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1413.6 |
| Total Fat 75.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g | |
| Cholesterol 909.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 239.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 154.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 125.3g | |
| Protein 28.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 300.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 737.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 863.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories