Chocolate pastry cream

Name: Chocolate pastry cream
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Internacional
Ingredients: 2 cups milk; 3 egg yolks; 2/3 cups granulated sugar; 1/2 cups cornstarch; 1 teaspoon vanilla essence; 1 cup bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped; concha, for serving the pastry cream

alexandra romero

Rush to the kitchen and prepare this chocolate pastry cream from scratch, as it is a basic preparation for all pastry and baking lovers. Plus, we give you some expert tips to ensure your pastry cream turns out perfect and lump-free.

Did you know? Vanilla pastry cream is one of the key ingredients in the world of pastry, as it is used to fill all kinds of breads. Additionally, it can be flavored with other ingredients like chocolate, strawberry, and more.

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Reviewed by Editorial Team of Kiwilimón

Published: 26-04-2024

Preparation

15 mins

Low

Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat for 5 minutes or until it boils. In a bowl, mix the yolks and sugar with a whisk until the yolks turn a lighter color. Then, add the cornstarch and mix until combined.