Vegan Custard
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Vegan Custard
Description
The recipe starts by blending oat milk and plant-based cream with cornstarch, sugar, a pinch of turmeric for color, and vanilla extract. It is cooked on the stove while whisking continuously to thicken the liquid without lumps. The custard consistency achieved is creamy and smooth, making it suitable for eating directly or using as a filling.
The use of oat milk is recommended for a neutral flavor profile, and the turmeric imparts a subtle yellow tint akin to traditional custards. Whisking continuously during cooking and cooling prevents lump formation. If a thicker pastry cream is needed, reducing the milk quantity achieves a firmer texture.
This custard serves as an egg-free alternative suitable for vegan diets and can be refrigerated for later use. It pairs well with desserts requiring custard or as a sweet treat on its own.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plant-based milk oat is best for its neutral flavor, of
- 1 cup heavy cream plant-based
- ½ cup corn starch
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ teaspoon Turmeric
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- To a blender pitcher, add all of the ingredients. Blend on the lowest setting for 10 seconds until all of the ingredients are fully combined and there are no lumps. Blend for more time if lumps are still present.
- Add the mixture to a sauce pan and whisk continuously for 5 minutes until the liquid thickens. Keep whisking until the desired custard texture is achieved.
- Eat immediately or transfer the custard to an air tight tupperware and store it in the fridge to enjoy cold.
Notes
- Constant whisking during cooking and cooling prevents lumps and ensures a smooth custard texture.
- Use unsweetened oat milk to avoid excess sweetness; if using sweetened milk, reduce sugar accordingly.
- Reduce the milk amount to ¾ cup for a thicker custard suitable for tarts and pastry fillings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4- 6 (about 2 cups)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 288 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 288kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sodium | 302mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 7mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 112mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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