Sandra’s Cream: Easy & Delicious Dessert Recipe

Summary

• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Tips and Variations
• CHEF’s Tips

Ingredients

For the Cream:

• 1 can condensed milk
• 1 can heavy cream (without whey)
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 sifted egg yolks
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Topping (optional):

• Chocolate sprinkles to taste
• Chocolate shavings
• Chopped fresh fruits

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, mix the condensed milk, whole milk, sifted egg yolks, and cornstarch.
2. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and a smooth, homogeneous cream forms.
3. Turn off the heat and add the heavy cream (without whey) and vanilla extract. Mix gently.
4. Transfer the Sandra’s Cream to individual serving dishes or a baking dish.
5. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
6. When ready to serve, decorate with chocolate sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or chopped fresh fruits.
7. Enjoy your delicious Sandra’s Cream!

Tips and Variations

• For a richer flavor, use chopped semi-sweet chocolate as a topping for Sandra’s Cream.
• Substitute vanilla extract with lemon or orange zest for a citrusy twist in Sandra’s Cream.
• Add a layer of crushed digestive biscuits at the bottom of the serving dishes before adding the cream.
• Incorporate pieces of fruit in syrup into Sandra’s Cream for a more sophisticated version.
• Try using coconut milk instead of whole milk for a tropical-flavored Sandra’s Cream.

CHEF’s Tips

The secret to a perfect Sandra’s Cream lies in the quality of the ingredients and the care taken during preparation. Always use fresh heavy cream to ensure the ideal creaminess. When cooking the cream, keep the heat low and stir continuously to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan and forming lumps. Patience is key to achieving a velvety texture and irresistible flavor. For a lighter version, try replacing part of the condensed milk with skim milk and use light heavy cream. Remember that chilling is essential for the cream to reach its ideal consistency, so don’t rush to serve. Sandra’s Cream is a versatile dessert that allows for many adaptations, so feel free to explore your favorite ingredients and create unique combinations.