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Herrencreme (German Custard Dessert)

Herrencreme is a German dessert based on custard and cream.

Herrencreme (German Custard Dessert) prepared recipe
PrepNot statedCook30 minServes10LevelEasy
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Before you start

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Preparation checklist

  • Read all 6 method steps from beginning to end.
  • Measure and arrange all 7 listed ingredients.
  • Set aside about 30 minutes, based on the time recorded by the source.

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Step by step

Method

  1. 01

    Combine milk, sugar, salt, and custard powder in a saucepan. Cook, stirring, over medium heat until it has thickened.

  2. 02

    Place a sheet of cling film on the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming, and let cool completely.

  3. 03

    Transfer the pudding to a bowl. Stir in rum and chocolate to taste.

  4. 04

    Fold in the whipped cream.

  5. 05

    Chill in fridge for about 2 hours.

  6. 06

    Serve.

Ready to serve

Serve the dish as directed and enjoy it while it is at its best.

Bon appétit — enjoy your meal!
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Source & licence

This recipe was adapted and reformatted from Wikibooks Cookbook . Text: CC BY-SA 4.0. Image: CC BY 4.0, credited to SKopp; view original image record .