Fish Free Cornstarch Pastry Cream

Total time2 hr 25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time15 min

5.0

(30)

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Ingredients

6 servings

2 cups whole milk
Chef's tip
Use the same amount of soy milk as regular milk. It's one of the most reliable milk swaps and works in almost any recipe, including sauces, custards, and baked goods. In cold drinks or uncooked dishes you may notice a mild soy flavor.
½ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup cornstarch
¼ tsp fine salt
2 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Chef's tip
Use a stick or block-style dairy-free butter - not a soft tub spread - and swap one-for-one.
1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

1
Whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan until evenly combined with no lumps.
2
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly, starting with just a few tablespoons to form a smooth slurry before adding the rest, until fully incorporated and lump-free.

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