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Creme Patissiere

Cultural Context

Crème Pâtissière, or pastry cream, is a foundational element in French patisserie, used in a variety of desserts like éclairs and fruit tarts. This creamy custard showcases the French art of pastry-making and is celebrated for its rich flavor and versatility. Today, it is embraced globally, often adapted into various desserts beyond its traditional uses.

FrenchFRdessert
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
250 ml de lait demi-écrémé
3 jaunes d'œufs
40 g de sucre semoule
7 g de farine de blé
23 g de maïzena
1 cuillère à café d'extrait de vanille

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: whole milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option while maintaining creaminess.

1

In a saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Heat gently until warm.

2

In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks, flour, and cornstarch together until smooth.

3

Gradually add the warm milk mixture to the egg mixture, whisking continuously to avoid curdling.

4

Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens.

5

Once thickened, remove from heat and let cool before using.

Cooking Techniques

temperingstirringcooking

Equipment Needed

saucepanwhiskmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairyegg

Also Known As

Pastry CreamCrème Pâtissière
Local Name: Crème Pâtissière

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