Milk Creamy Dessert Delight (Printable View)

Velvety milk and cream dessert with vanilla, gently thickened for a smooth, indulgent finish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 cups whole milk
02 - 1 cup heavy cream

→ Sweetener

03 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar

→ Thickener

04 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch

→ Flavorings

05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine whole milk and heavy cream in a medium saucepan and heat over medium until just simmering, stirring occasionally.
02 - Whisk granulated sugar and cornstarch together in a small bowl until thoroughly combined.
03 - Gradually whisk the sugar-cornstarch mixture into the hot milk blend, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
04 - Continue cooking while stirring until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
05 - Remove from heat, then stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
06 - Pour the mixture into serving dishes, cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least two hours until firm and chilled.
07 - Present plain or garnished with fresh fruit, chocolate shavings, or nuts as preferred.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It feels luxurious and restaurant-quality but takes less time than most people spend scrolling through their phone.
  • Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, so it works for almost any table without requiring a separate dessert.
  • The texture is impossibly creamy yet light, hitting that sweet spot between indulgent and refreshing.
  • You probably have everything in your kitchen right now, no specialty shopping required.
02 -
  • Whisking the cornstarch with sugar before adding it to the milk is non-negotiable if you want a smooth texture, not a lumpy disappointment.
  • The mixture continues to thicken as it cools, so it should look slightly looser than your final desired texture when you pour it into dishes.
  • Medium heat is your friend here, high heat can cause the milk to scorch on the bottom and taste slightly burnt, which ruins everything.
03 -
  • If you accidentally end up with lumps, pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean bowl and continue chilling, nobody has to know.
  • For a dairy-free version, coconut milk or oat milk work well, though you might need slightly less cornstarch since these tend to be thinner than heavy cream.

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