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A homemade dessert that never gets old is a true gem for any dessert lover. Whether you’re craving something refreshing or comforting
this quick and easy recipe promises to be the perfect treat. In just five minutes, you’ll have a silky, sweet dessert that’s both creamy and tangy.
with a touch of citrus to awaken your taste buds. This lemon-flavored custard is simple to prepare and can be customized with various toppings.
making it an ideal choice for busy days or moments when you want a satisfying homemade dessert without much effort.
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Ingredients
- 400 ml of milk
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 40g of sugar
- 15g of cornstarch
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 100g of sweetened condensed milk
- Optional for decoration: cinnamon, cocoa powder, or chocolate shavings
Instructions
Begin by heating the milk in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add the lemon zest and vanilla sugar, stirring gently to combine the flavors. While the milk is warming.
whisk the egg yolks and sugar together in a separate bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy. In another small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in a tablespoon of cold milk until smooth.
Once the milk reaches a simmer, remove it from the heat and slowly pour a bit of the warm milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
Gradually add the rest of the warm milk to the egg mixture while continuing to whisk. Return the combined.
mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens to a custard-like consistency.
Add the lemon juice and sweetened condensed milk, stirring until fully incorporated. The lemon juice will balance.
the sweetness of the condensed milk and provide a lovely tang to the custard. Once thickened, remove the pan from the heat.
Pour the custard into small serving dishes, allowing it to cool slightly. For a smoother texture, you can strain the custard through a fine sieve to remove any small bits of egg or zest.
If desired, decorate your custard with a sprinkle of cinnamon, cocoa powder, or chocolate shavings for added flavor and presentation.
