This thick and creamy Homemade Vanilla Custard is my version of boiled custard or southern custard as it’s also known. It’s a very simple method, but the most important step is to whisk the hot milk ever so slowly into the eggs to prevent them from scrambling. This way, you will end up with a luxuriously smooth, creamy custard fragrant with heady vanilla.
This boiled custard recipe is a favorite of my kids, who like it with fresh berries, or slices of banana on top.
To make my Homemade Vanilla Custard, you will need the following ingredients:
If you have a double boiler, add some water to the bottom pan and bring to the boil. If not, place a pan of water on to boil and put a heatproof bowl over the top.
Pour the milk into the upper pan or bowl and heat until it starts to simmer.
Stir the sugar into the hot milk until fully dissolved.
Beat the eggs in a bowl. Take half a cup of the hot milk and gradually add it into the eggs, whisking the whole time. Keep adding the milk until fully combined with the eggs.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water together. Add the cornstarch mixture to the custard, whisking until there are no lumps left.
Bring the custard to a boil and then take off the heat immediately.
Stir the vanilla through the custard. Serve warm or refrigerate first before serving.
Try my Homemade Vanilla Custard for a simple but delicious dessert any time of the week. What’s your best method for cooking southern custard? Do share in the comments section!
Thanks for sharing this vanilla custard recipe. I love it!
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