Creamy Vanilla Bliss

Indulge in the velvety richness of this creamy vanilla dessert. With luscious vanilla bean flavor and a silky texture, it's a perfect ending to any meal. This recipe combines simple ingredients to create a stunning delicacy that everyone will adore. Serve it chilled for a refreshing treat that melts in your mouth, ensuring every bite is pure pleasure.
ingredients
- 240 g heavy cream
- 120 g whole milk
- 100 g granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- 2 g gelatin powder
- 30 g cold water
- A pinch of salt
steps
- 1.
In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- 2.
In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and half of the sugar. Heat over medium until just steaming.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, remaining sugar, and salt until smooth.
- 4.
Gradually pour the warm cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture while whisking to temper.
- 5.
Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring gently until it thickens (coats the back of a spoon).
- 6.
Remove from heat, add the vanilla bean seeds and gelatin, whisking until completely dissolved.
- 7.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps.
- 8.
Let the mixture cool slightly, then pour into serving dishes.
- 9.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- 10.
Serve chilled, garnished with fresh berries or whipped cream if desired.