Low Carb Classic Custard Sauce
Indulge in the silky smoothness of this Low Carb Classic Custard Sauce, a guilt-free take on the timeless dessert accompaniment. Crafted with rich heavy cream, unsweetened almond milk, and the perfect touch of low-carb sweetener, this creamy sauce offers all the decadence of the original while keeping carbs in check. The slow, delicate cooking process ensures a velvety texture that’s perfect for drizzling over your favorite keto-friendly cakes, fresh berries, or simply savoring on its own. With just five minutes of prep and a short cook time, this versatile recipe is as effortless as it is elegant, making it an ideal choice for low-carb dessert lovers looking to elevate their sweet creations.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 0.25 cup erythritol or preferred low-carb sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream and almond milk. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is warm but not boiling. Stir occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, erythritol (or other low-carb sweetener), vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
Step 3
Slowly drizzle about 1/4 cup of the warm cream mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent them from curdling.
Step 4
Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture, continuing to whisk.
Step 5
Return the saucepan to low-medium heat. Cook the mixture, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or spatula, until it thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon, about 8-10 minutes. Be careful not to let the custard boil.
Step 6
Once thickened, remove the saucepan from heat. If the sauce looks a bit lumpy, pour it through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any bits of cooked egg.
Step 7
Cover the custard sauce with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming as it cools.
Step 8
Refrigerate the custard sauce until chilled, about 1-2 hours, before serving. Serve with your favorite desserts or enjoy by itself.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (494.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1051.7 |
| Total Fat 99.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 54.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 978mg | 0% |
| Sodium 479.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 62.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.9g | |
| Protein 11.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 117.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 303.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 125.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories