Dutch Vla

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a natural thickener, while flour is more economical.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean offers a richer flavor, while essence is less expensive.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: cool whip

Coconut cream is dairy-free, while cool whip is budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative, while margarine is less costly.

In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1/4 cup sugar, and a pinch of salt.

Add 2 egg yolks and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract to the dry mixture and mix until smooth.

Add about 1/4 cup of cold milk to the mixture and stir until it forms a loose paste.

In a saucepan, heat 4 cups of milk over medium heat until warm but not boiling.

Pour the milk mixture into the warm milk while whisking continuously.

Increase the heat slightly and continue to whisk until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble, then turn off the heat and whisk for an additional 2 minutes.

Pour the custard into serving containers and cover with cling wrap to prevent a skin from forming.

Chill in the fridge until fully cooled.

Once cooled, remove the cling wrap and top with homemade strawberry preserves and chocolate sprinkles.

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