Sugar Cream Delight

Alrighty folks, gather ’round. Let me tell you about a little slice of heaven I’ve dubbed “Sugar Cream Delight.” This bad boy is a sugar-infused treat that’s a cross between comfort food and sugar-induced euphoria. It’s creamy, dreamy, and pretty much everything you ever wanted in a dessert when your day needs a sprinkle of joy (or a shovel, no judging here). One bite and you’ll understand why it’s a staple in my kitchen escapades, despite the flour dust always ending up on my shirt instead of the counter.

So, funny story: one day, my husband had a sweet tooth attack out of nowhere. I whipped up the Sugar Cream Delight, hoping to silence his grumbling tummy, and guess what? It worked! Now it’s practically become its own food group in our house. Our little family can never get enough, even though we’re all trying to fit into our jeans by some magical force. Plus, this dish has a knack for getting the kids to finish their veggies first, as bribes go. Yay, me!

Why You’ll Love This Sugar Cream Delight

– It gives you that warm, fuzzy feeling like your grandma’s hug but in dessert form.
– Every spoonful is a nostalgic trip back to those carefree, sugar-loaded childhood days.
– Because life’s too short not to eat dessert first, am I right?
– It somehow manages to be both fancy enough for guests and low-key enough for midnight eating.

How to Make It

Okay, listen up, besties. First thing – you want to mix your sugar, butter, and cream in a saucepan. Stir like it’s the gym workout you promised yourself this month. Seriously, don’t stop stirring, unless you love cleaning burnt sugar off pans (pro tip: no one does). Throw in some vanilla essence, and, boom, your kitchen smells better than a bakery! Sometimes, I mess up and add a pinch too much vanilla because – oops – which almost always leads to happy accidents.

Now, let it get nice and bubbly; small bubbles, big dreams kinda thing. Keep some faith and patience, ’cause this beauty needs time. Let it thicken while you hum your guilty pleasure song. And hey, if a bit splashes on the stove, that’s just jazzing up your kitchen atmosphere.

Pour your sweet concoction into your favorite dish and cool it down. I mean, if you can wait that long. All those gorgeous aromas will test your willpower, I promise.

Ingredient Notes

– Sugar: The magic spark. Get it golden. One time I used the wrong one (don’t ask) and it still mostly worked out.
– Cream: The heart and soul. Can’t skip it, unless you want a sad, flat, wannabe dessert.
– Vanilla Extract: Heaven in a bottle, basically. But seriously, hold the cap tight. My floor can attest to this.
– Butter: Melts hearts and tummies. Yes, you really need this.

Recipe Steps:

1. Mix sugar, cream, and butter in a saucepan.
2. Stir continuously over medium heat (burnt sugar, no bueno).
3. Add vanilla once it bubbles; keep stirring.
4. Let it boil gently to thicken.
5. Pour into a dish, cool, and prepare to be blissed out.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

– Do not abandon it, unattended, on the stove. Once, I had a caramel volcano.
– A sprinkle of sea salt on top just before serving can take it to the epic level.

Storage Tips

Alright, once you’ve miraculously got leftovers (rare case, but it happens), scoop ‘em into an airtight container and keep ‘em company in the fridge. If you can resist the siren call for a midnight snack, well done! Eating it cold gives a whole other vibe – honestly, breakfast-worthy.

Variations and Substitutions

Now, I’m all for having fun. So, if you’re out of sugar, try swapping in honey or maple syrup – and for a more delicate flair, a splash of almond extract. I once added whisky for kicks. That was an adventurous bite!

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Sugar Cream Delight

A creamy, sweet dessert perfect for any occasion, featuring a rich sugar cream custard base topped with a delicate crust.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour

Servings: 8

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1.5 cups whole milk
• ▢ 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• ▢ 0.25 cups all-purpose flour sifted
• ▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ▢ 4 large egg yolks
• ▢ 0.5 cups heavy cream whipped, for topping

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a medium saucepan, heat the whole milk over medium heat until it begins to steam, but not boil.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, sifted flour, and egg yolks until smooth.
• Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
• Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 8-10 minutes.
• Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Pour into a serving dish and chill for at least 2 hours.
• Before serving, top with whipped heavy cream and serve chilled.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle a little cinnamon on top of the whipped cream before serving.