Rich and creamy crème anglaise is perfect drizzled over fresh fruit, pound cake, or other desserts.
Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Calories
619 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Whisk egg yolks, cream, sugar, brandy-based orange liqueur, and vanilla extract in a small saucepan until smooth.
Step 2
Place saucepan over medium-low heat and cook, stirring constantly with a rubber spatula scraping the bottom, until the mixture is hot and thickens slightly, and a thermometer reaches 180 degrees F (82 degrees C), 8 to 10 minutes.
Step 3
Remove from heat, strain to remove any over-cooked particles of egg, and allow cool.
Ingredients
1 cup heavy cream
2 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon brandy-based orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier®)