Description
Delight in these creamy and luscious Vanilla Custard Cream Squares, featuring a rich custard layer nestled between crisp graham crackers. This no-bake dessert is perfect for a refreshing treat that sets beautifully after chilling, offering a smooth vanilla flavor and a satisfyingly sweet texture that’s ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Custard
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 egg yolks
Assembly
- 1 package graham crackers
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt, stirring to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Cook the Custard: Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring constantly to prevent lumps and sticking, until it thickens into a smooth custard consistency.
- Incorporate Egg Yolks and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract and egg yolks, mixing well to fully combine and add richness.
- Layer with Graham Crackers: In a baking dish, create layers by alternating between the thickened custard and graham crackers, distributing the custard evenly between the cracker layers.
- Chill to Set: Place the assembled custard squares in the refrigerator and chill for several hours (at least 3 hours) until the custard is fully set and the flavors meld.
Notes
- Constant stirring during cooking is crucial to avoid lumps and to ensure a smooth custard texture.
- Use fresh eggs and good quality vanilla extract for the best flavor.
- You can substitute graham crackers with digestive biscuits if preferred.
- For a firmer texture, allow to chill overnight.
- This dessert is best served chilled and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
