Danish Confectioners Cream Filling

Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Danish Confectioners Cream Filling, a silky-smooth custard perfect for elevating your favorite pastries and desserts. Made with wholesome ingredients like whole milk, egg yolks, and a touch of vanilla, this versatile cream strikes the perfect balance between light sweetness and luxurious texture. A classic recipe rooted in traditional Danish baking, this filling thickens beautifully with cornstarch and butter, creating a luscious base ideal for Danish pastries, cream puffs, éclairs, or even as a decadent cake layer. The step-by-step stovetop technique ensures flawless results, while a final strain through a sieve guarantees a lump-free finish. Refrigerated for optimal chill, this dreamy confection is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for pastry enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole milk
• 0.333 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk together until the cornstarch is fully dissolved and no lumps remain.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and warm the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it begins to steam. Do not let it boil.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth. Gradually add about 1/2 cup of the warm milk mixture into the yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.

Step 4

Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture, whisking to combine.

Step 5

Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and just begins to bubble (about 4-5 minutes). The consistency should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the vanilla extract and butter until fully melted and incorporated.

Step 7

Strain the cream through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps and ensure smoothness.

Step 8

Cover the surface of the cream directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming.

Step 9

Allow the cream to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until completely chilled before using as a filling in pastries or desserts.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(680.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1078.8

Total Fat 57.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 858.6mg	0%
Sodium 814.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g	0%
Total Sugars 91.0g
Protein 27.0g	0%

Vitamin D 287.9IU	0%
Calcium 698.9mg	0%
Iron 2.0mg	0%
Potassium 821.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.9%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 42.1%