Soy Free Cornstarch Pastry Cream

Total time2 hr 25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time15 min

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Ingredients

6 servings

2 cups whole milk
½ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup cornstarch
¼ tsp fine salt
2 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
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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