Foolproof Pastry Cream

shopping_basket Ingredients 5 items

• check_circle 1 liter of milk
• check_circle 7 egg yolks
• check_circle 150 g sugar
• check_circle 100 g cornstarch
• check_circle 1 vanilla pod or flavoring of your choice

receipt_long Preparation Steps

1. 1
   Extract the vanilla seeds into part of the milk (850 ml) and heat it all together (do not let it boil).
2. 2
   Meanwhile, beat the sugar and egg yolks until pale.
3. 3
   Add the cornstarch, mix, then add the 150 ml of unheated milk and keep mixing.
4. 4
   Strain the hot (not boiling) milk through a sieve, then, off the heat, gradually pour the hot milk into the cold mixture while stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Pour the mixture back into the saucepan over low heat, then whisk constantly until the mixture thickens.
6. 6
   Transfer the cream to a large container, then cover it with cling film directly on the surface of the cream to prevent a skin from forming as it cools.
7. 7
   Let it cool completely in the refrigerator before using it for your treats.