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Vegan Custard Recipe

Deliciously Rich Vegan Custard Recipe for Every Dessert Lover

This Vegan Custard Recipe is creamy, quick, and guilt-free, perfect for any dessert lover.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Cashew Milk Can substitute with almond milk or oat milk.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Can be replaced with agave or granulated sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use seeds from one vanilla bean for deeper essence.
For Thickening
  • 4 tablespoons Cornstarch Use 5 tablespoons for firmer custard.
For Color
  • 1 pinch Turmeric Optional for vibrant yellow hue.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Heat-proof glass bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine cashew milk, maple syrup, cornstarch, and a pinch of turmeric. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Heat the mixture over medium heat, constantly whisking until it thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let it cool slightly, stirring occasionally.
  4. Transfer to a heat-proof glass bowl, whisk until smooth, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for at least an hour.
  5. Serve chilled, optionally topped with fresh berries or as a pastry filling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, enjoy within a week and avoid freezing to maintain texture.

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