Tubby Custard Recipe
Tubby Custard Recipe brings Teletubby nostalgia to life. Silky custard, sweet flavor, and a playful pink hue make this dessert unforgettable.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Serving small bowls or jars
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream for richness
- ½ cup sugar
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-3 drops red food dye to achieve that pink iconic look
- 1/4 cup strawberry puree or syrup optional, to add fruitiness
Toppings (optional but fun):
- Whipped cream
- Fresh strawberries
- Sprinkles because why not?
Instructions
- Add milk and cream to a saucepan and bring it to a medium heat until steaming. Don’t let it boil.
- Add egg yolks, cornstarch, and sugar into a bowl and whisk to a smooth texture.
- Gradually add a small portion of hot milk into the egg mixture as the mixture is whisked. This will eliminate scrambled eggs. Tempered eggs are then added once more to the saucepan.
- Bake in the medium heat, stirring constantly, until the custard becomes thick enough to smear the back of a spoon.
- Add in vanilla extract, food coloring, and strawberry puree (where applicable). Stir until the custard is creamy and delicious-pink.
- Pour into small bowls or jars. Wrap plastic (so as to prevent skin growing on top) and refrigerate at least 1-2 hours.
- Before serving, add whipped cream, strawberries or sprinkles. Then see the children (and grown-ups) glow!