Classic Vanilla Custard

1. 1

   Assemble all the ingredients.

2. 2

   Put the milk, vanilla extract, and butter into a saucepan.

3. 3

   Cook over medium heat, stirring, until it reaches a simmer; take it off the heat before it boils.

4. 4

   In a bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, and cornstarch until the sugar dissolves.

5. 5

   Return the saucepan to low heat. Slowly pour in the egg mixture while whisking constantly, and cook until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, 5 to 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Serve warm, or transfer the custard to a large bowl and cover.

7. 7

   Let it cool before refrigerating. Enjoy!

• Calories 173.62 kcal Moderate
• Protein 7.07 g Moderate
• Carbs 21.59 g Moderate
• Total Fat 6.58 g Moderate
• Saturated Fat 3.38 g Moderate
• Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
• Cholesterol 107.07 mg High
• Sodium 114.72 mg Low Source
• Fiber 0.03 g Low Source
• Sugar 18.15 g High
• Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
• Calcium 111.19 mg Low Source
• Iron 0.38 mg Low Source
• Potassium 144.31 mg Low Source
• Vitamin A 91.3 mcg_rae Moderate
• Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
• Vitamin D 2.72 mcg Moderate

Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

• Eggs 🥚
• Milk 🥛
• Corn 🌽