Description
A delicious vanilla custard cream squares recipe that is simple to make and delightful to taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, butter, and powdered sugar until crumbly.
- Press the mixture into a baking dish to form the crust.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until golden.
- In a saucepan, combine milk, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring until thickened.
- Remove from heat and whisk in egg yolks and vanilla extract.
- Pour the custard over the baked crust.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh vanilla for best flavor.
- Allow squares to set properly for cleaner cuts.
- Top with whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: vanilla custard cream squares recipe