The Ethereal German Frozen Treat

Allergens

Egg, Dairy

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• 1 1/2 cups mixed fresh seasonal berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries)
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, and salt. Heat over medium heat until it starts to steam but not boil.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale and creamy.
3. Slowly pour about half of the heated cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly.
4. Return the combined mixture to the saucepan with the remaining heated cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5 7 minutes).
5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
6. Pour the custard through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl, then cover and refrigerate until chilled.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to a perfect custard is tempering the eggs slowly, which prevents them from curdling or becoming grainy.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the sugar content according to your taste preference.