You can make a simple and delightful Vanilla Chilled Dessert with just four ingredients! Here’s a quick recipe that is creamy, light, and perfect for any occasion:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of milk (or a milk alternative like almond or oat milk)
- 3 tablespoons of sugar (adjust to your preference)
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract (for a rich, fragrant vanilla flavor)
- 4 tablespoons of cornstarch (for thickening)
Instructions:
- Mix the cornstarch: In a small bowl, take 1/4 cup of the cold milk and mix it with the cornstarch until it’s smooth and lump-free.
- Heat the milk: In a saucepan, heat the remaining milk and sugar over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Once the milk is hot but not boiling, add the vanilla extract.
- Thicken the mixture: Gradually pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan while continuously whisking. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens. This should take 3-5 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when it coats the back of a spoon.
- Chill the dessert: Pour the thickened mixture into serving bowls or ramekins. Let it cool down at room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until it’s fully chilled.
Serve:
Once chilled, garnish with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired!
Enjoy your creamy, vanilla-flavored chilled dessert!
