Pastry Cream for Pies
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS100
Indulge in the velvety decadence of classic pastry cream. This versatile egg custard transforms ordinary desserts into extraordinary delights. Imagine a luscious filling for pies, a creamy surprise inside doughnuts, or a heavenly base for eclairs and cream puffs. Prepare to elevate your baking with this essential recipe!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate17 g
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Cholesterol83 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium26 mg
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Sugar14 g
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Fat4 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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Recipe View Infuse the Milk: In a small saucepan, gently heat the milk over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat immediately. (5 minutes)
Recipe View Prepare the Egg Yolk Mixture: In a heatproof mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth. Gradually add the sugar, whisking continuously until the mixture becomes pale yellow and slightly thickened. Whisk in the flour until fully incorporated and no lumps remain. (3 minutes)
Recipe View Temper and Cook the Cream: Gradually pour the hot milk into the egg yolk mixture in a slow, steady stream, whisking vigorously to prevent curdling. Once all the milk has been added, transfer the mixture back to the saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a heatproof spatula, until the cream thickens enough to coat the back of the spatula and leaves a clear trail when a finger is drawn through it. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Continue to cook for 2 minutes more, stirring constantly.
Recipe View Finish and Cool: Remove the pastry cream from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until smooth and emulsified. Pour the cream into a clean bowl. Cover the surface directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Allow to cool completely in the refrigerator before using. (1-2 hours)
Kailyn Carroll
Apr 21, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! My pies have never tasted so good.
Priscilla Braun
Apr 17, 2025I love how versatile this pastry cream is. I've used it in so many different desserts!
Jonathan Rempel
Jan 22, 2025The texture is absolutely perfect - so smooth and creamy!
Felipe Borer
Dec 27, 2024The instructions were so clear and easy to follow, even for a beginner like me.