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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
1l Lait
8 Jaunes D'Œufs (soit 160g)
240g Sucre
90g Maïzena
2 Gousses 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

Heat the milk in a saucepan until it is warm but not boiling.

2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until well combined.

3

Add the cornstarch (Maïzena) to the egg mixture and mix until smooth.

4

Slowly pour the warm milk into the egg mixture while whisking continuously to temper the eggs.

5

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

6

Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla beans from the vanilla pods.

Cooking Techniques

temperingstirringcooking

Equipment Needed

saucepanwhiskbowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairyegg

Also Known As

Pastry CreamCrème Pâtissière
Local Name: Crème Pâtissière

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