Belgian cream is a pastry cream made with milk, condensed milk, cornstarch and egg yolks. It is a versatile cream that can be used in cakes, pies, puddings and other desserts.
Belgian cream
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
20
minutesCooking time
20
minutesSee the recipe to make your Belgian Cream.
Following the instructions on how to prepare it will work!
Ingredients
1 can of condensed milk (395 g)
2 cups whole milk (500 ml)
2 tablespoons of corn starch
3 egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
Directions
- In a pan, mix condensed milk, milk, cornstarch and egg yolks.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. - Turn off the heat and add the vanilla essence.
- Let it cool and use it in your favorite recipes.
Notes
- To prevent the cream from forming lumps, always stir with a wire whisk or a wooden spoon.
- If you want a more consistent cream, add more cornstarch.
- For a more flavored cream, add a little lemon or orange zest.
