Caramel cinnamon custard

Prep: 5 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Give a new twist to this all-time classic with the warm and spicy flavour of cinnamon and caramel.

110g caster sugar

2 cinnamon sticks

250ml milk

250ml whipping cream

6 large egg yolks

1tbsp corn flour

ground cinnamon, for sprinkling (optional)

Scatter the caster sugar on the bottom of a heavy-based saucepan. Make sure to create an even layer. Break the cinnamon sticks in half to release their flavour and add them to the sugar. Cook on a medium heat until it forms a caramel.

Add the milk and the cream and bring the mixture to the boil. Be very careful while pouring the milk and cream as the caramel may splatter.

Beat the egg yolks together with the corn flour in a large bowl. Gradually, pour the caramel milk over the egg yolks while whisking constantly. Put the mixture back into the saucepan and cook at medium heat.

Use a wooden spoon to constantly stir the custard until it thickens. Make sure to scrape the bottom while stirring in order to prevent the custard from sticking to the saucepan.

Sieve the custard over a bowl.

Serves
500ml

Preparation Time
5 minutes

Cooking Time
15 minutes

Main ingredients
Dairy, Eggs

Recipe Type
Dessert, Dressings & Sauces, Easy Recipes

Cuisine
English

Special Info
Nut free

Level of Difficulty
Easy

You can decorate with sprinkled ground cinnamon before serving.