Description
A rich and creamy dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust topped with smooth vanilla custard and a delicate dusting of powdered sugar. These custard cream squares offer the perfect balance of sweetness and silky texture.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch baking pan. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until lightly golden and set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together whole milk, heavy cream, and 1 cup granulated sugar until warmed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks and flour until smooth. Gradually whisk a small amount of the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture to temper the eggs.
- Slowly pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan, whisking constantly.
- Cook over medium heat, whisking continuously, until the mixture thickens and begins to boil. Once boiling, cook for an additional 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Stir in the vanilla extract. Let the custard cool slightly, then pour evenly over the cooled crust.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
- Before serving, dust with powdered sugar. Slice into squares and serve.
Notes
- For cleaner slices, chill the dessert overnight before cutting.
- Use a fine mesh sieve to dust powdered sugar evenly over the top.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of salt to the custard mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
