Vanilla sauce is a creamy, aromatic delight that adds a touch of elegance to a wide variety of desserts. Made with simple ingredients, like milk, sugar, eggs and vanilla, this rich and velvety sauce enhances everything from fruit tarts to sponge cakes or even ice cream. The flavor of vanilla shines through, offering sweet, fragrant warmth that complements and elevates the flavor of your desserts. Whether drizzled over a warm dessert or served chilled as dip, this versatile vanilla sauce is an essential in any home baker¡¯s repertoire. With its smooth texture and comforting flavor, it¡¯s the perfect finishing touch to any sweet treat.
INGREDIENTS:
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? 2 cups whole milk
? 1/2 cup granulated sugar
? 4 large egg yolks
? 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped)
? 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thicker sauce)
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INSTRUCTIONS:
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1. Prepare the Milk Mixture:
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? In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and granulated sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves
completely and the milk is just about to simmer (don¡¯t let it boil).
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2. Whisk the Egg Yolks:
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? While the milk is heating, whisk the egg yolks in a separate bowl until they become pale and slightly thickened.
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3. Temper the Eggs:
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? Slowly pour a small amount of the hot milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs (this prevents them from curdling). Gradually
add the rest of the milk, continuing to whisk.
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4. Cook the Sauce:
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? Return the egg and milk mixture to the saucepan and cook over low to medium heat. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula. Continue
cooking until the sauce thickens and coats the back of the spoon (about 5¨C8 minutes). If you prefer a thicker sauce, dissolve the cornstarch in a little
cold milk and stir it into the sauce as it cooks.
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5. Flavor the Sauce:
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? Once the sauce has thickened, remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract or the scraped seeds of a vanilla bean for a more intense vanilla
flavor.
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6. Cool and Serve:
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? Allow the vanilla sauce to cool slightly before serving. It can be served warm, or you can refrigerate it for a few hours to enjoy chilled. The sauce
will thicken further as it cools, so you can adjust its consistency by adding a little more milk if needed.
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7. Enjoy:
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? Pour the velvety vanilla sauce over your favorite desserts, such as cakes, pies, or puddings. It¡¯s also delicious served with fresh berries or drizzled
on ice cream. Enjoy the indulgent touch it brings to any sweet treat!
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