Crème Anglaise

Vegetarian
Crème Anglaise
18 min.
16
48kcal

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Crème Anglaise is a classic French dessert sauce that is both versatile and indulgent, making it the perfect addition to various dishes or a delightful treat on its own. With its rich, velvety texture and subtle sweetness, this creamy custard is an excellent companion to a myriad of desserts, from cakes to fresh fruits, and even as a luxurious dip for cookies.

This vegetarian recipe is not only a delicious choice but also surprisingly simple to prepare, taking just 18 minutes of active cooking time. Although the chilling process requires a bit of patience, the end result is a strikingly smooth sauce that will impress your guests. The balance of silky egg yolks and 2% reduced-fat milk, sweetened with a hint of sugar and enhanced with the warm notes of vanilla and bourbon, creates a harmonious flavor profile that's hard to resist.

Crème Anglaise is perfect for serving at gatherings, as it easily accommodates up to 16 servings, making it ideal for parties or family dinners. Whether you're looking to elevate a dessert platter or simply enjoy a comforting scoop with a spoon, this delectable sauce will surely leave a lasting impression. So, why not take the plunge and whip up this delightful culinary creation? You’ll be transported to a French café in no time!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons bourbon 
  •  egg yolk 
  • 1.8 cups milk 2% reduced-fat
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap

Directions

  1. Heat milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat just until bubbles and steam appear (do not boil).
  2. Remove from heat.
  3. Whisk together sugar and egg yolks in a medium bowl until blended. Gradually add heated milk to egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly. Return mixture to saucepan. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, 6 minutes or until mixture thinly coats the back of a spoon.
  4. Pour mixture into a bowl. Stir in vanilla.
  5. Place plastic wrap directly on surface of mixture, and chill at least 4 hours. (
  6. Mixture will thicken slightly as it cools.) Stir in bourbon before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories48kcal
Protein14.23%
Fat35.08%
Carbs50.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.32
Glycemic Load
2.91
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.5882608675114%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:48.49kcal
2.42%
Fat:1.72g
2.64%
Saturated Fat:0.75g
4.71%
Carbohydrates:5.58g
1.86%
Net Carbohydrates:5.58g
2.03%
Sugar:5.52g
6.13%
Cholesterol:50.67mg
16.89%
Sodium:14.37mg
0.62%
Alcohol:0.71g
100%
Alcohol %:2.47%
100%
Protein:1.57g
3.13%
Selenium:3.19µg
4.56%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.27%
Phosphorus:41.39mg
4.14%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.74%
Calcium:36.85mg
3.68%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.27%
Folate:7.86µg
1.97%
Vitamin A:91.22IU
1.82%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.62%
Zinc:0.23mg
1.53%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.28%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.21%
Potassium:41.53mg
1.19%
Source:My Recipes