Blanc Mange (English Style)
Thickened with cornstarch, rather than the traditional gelatin, this elegant, creamy dessert will remind you of your favorite custard or panna cotta.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time20 minutes mins
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: British
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 75kcal
- 3 cups milk divided
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup sugar
- Pinch of ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Add 1 cup of the milk to a medium saucepan. Add cinnamon sticks and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and sugar. Whisk the remaining milk into the cornstarch mixture.
When the milk in the pan begins to simmer, pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan in a thin steady stream, whisking constantly. Continue to whisk vigorously and increase heat just a bit to bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Allow the mixture to boil for about about 30 seconds, whisking constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat and remove the cinnamon sticks. Stir in the pinch of cinnamon and the vanilla.
Pour the mixture into individual dessert dishes. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until set. Serve with jam, fresh fruit, chocolate sauce or chocolate shavings.
Serving: 1g | Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 29mg | Sugar: 11g