Creme Anglaise

By mistynoelle13

Creme Anglaise or English cream is a rich and smooth custard that goes well with many desserts from fresh fruit to chocolate cakes.

Ingredients

• 2 egg yolks
• 1 cup whipping cream - can substitute with heavy cream
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp icing sugar

Preparation

Step 1

1. To start the crème anglaise, place the egg yolks into a large bowl and then set aside.

2. Next pour the cream into a saucepan and heat to just before the boiling point.

3. Temper the cream into the yolks while constantly whisking.

4. Add the vanilla and icing sugar and whisk everything together.

5. Now prepare an ice bath.

6. Pour the cream mixture into a clean pot. Stir constantly, over medium low heat until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Do not let it come to a boil or the sauce will curdle.

7. Place the sauce into the ice bath and stir for a few minutes to stop the cooking process.