Caramel cinnamon custard
Prep:
5 mins
Cook:
15 mins
Give a new twist to this all-time classic with the warm and spicy flavour of cinnamon and caramel.
110g caster sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
250ml milk
250ml whipping cream
6 large egg yolks
1tbsp corn flour
ground cinnamon, for sprinkling (optional)
Scatter the caster sugar on the bottom of a heavy-based saucepan. Make sure to create an even layer. Break the cinnamon sticks in half to release their flavour and add them to the sugar. Cook on a medium heat until it forms a caramel.
Add the milk and the cream and bring the mixture to the boil. Be very careful while pouring the milk and cream as the caramel may splatter.
Beat the egg yolks together with the corn flour in a large bowl. Gradually, pour the caramel milk over the egg yolks while whisking constantly. Put the mixture back into the saucepan and cook at medium heat.
Use a wooden spoon to constantly stir the custard until it thickens. Make sure to scrape the bottom while stirring in order to prevent the custard from sticking to the saucepan.
Sieve the custard over a bowl.
Serves
500ml
Preparation Time
5 minutes
Cooking Time
15 minutes
Main ingredients
Dairy, Eggs
Recipe Type
Dessert, Dressings & Sauces, Easy
Cuisine
English
Special Info
Nut free
Level of Difficulty
Easy
You can decorate with sprinkled ground cinnamon before serving.
