Creme anglaise sauce –Hey y’all! Today, we’re diving into something sweet, smooth, and oh-so-delicious! We’re whipping up some classic Creme Anglaise. This velvety vanilla custard sauce is perfect for drizzling over your favorite desserts or just enjoying straight from the bowl (no judgment, we’ve all been there!). Let’s get into this treat!
Sweet Vanilla Bliss
Look at this creamy goodness! Isn’t it just calling your name?
Ingredients
Let’s gather everything we need to bring this recipe to life:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Now that we’ve got our ingredients ready, let’s get cooking!
- In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, and a pinch of salt. Place it over medium heat and heat just until it starts to steam (don’t let it boil!).
- While that’s heating, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar in a separate bowl until it’s pale and fluffy.
- When the cream mixture is hot, gradually pour about half of it into the egg yolk mixture while whisking constantly. This helps temper the eggs so they don’t scramble.
- Pour this mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon (this will take about 5 to 7 minutes).
- Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to ensure it’s silky smooth. Let it cool for a bit, and then cover it with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving. Drizzle over cakes, puddings, or just enjoy it on its own!
And there you have it, y’all! A simple, elegant dessert that brings that classic vanilla flavor right to your kitchen. Enjoy every last bite, and share with the people you love!