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🌍Authentic French recipe from a France-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Kate Hacks

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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
milk
sugar
egg yolks
cornstarch
vanilla extract
butter

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 milk in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming, but not boiling.

2

Whisk egg yolks and sugar in a bowl until pale and creamy.

3

Add cornstarch to the egg mixture and whisk until smooth.

4

Pour the hot milk into the egg mixture gradually, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.

5

Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

6

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and butter until fully incorporated.

7

Transfer to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent a skin from forming.

8

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before using.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Pastry CreamCrème Pâtissière
Local Name: Crème Pâtissière

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