The Vanilla Sky

Indulge in the velvety layers of "The Vanilla Sky," a decadent vanilla dessert parfait that combines creamy homemade custard, light-as-air whipped cream, cubes of tender vanilla sponge cake, and delicate white chocolate shavings. This stunning no-bake treat is perfect for special occasions or simply pampering your sweet tooth. Made with whole milk, real vanilla extract, and fresh egg yolks, the luscious custard is lovingly prepared for maximum flavor and smoothness. Each glass is a symphony of textures, from the soft cake bites to the cloud-like whipped cream, and the final touch of white chocolate provides an elegant finish. Ready in under 40 minutes and chilled to perfection, this versatile dessert is an irresistible showstopper for dinner parties or romantic evenings. Treat yourself to the ultimate "vanilla custard parfait" experience today!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 1 small loaf (store-bought or homemade) Vanilla sponge cake
• 2 ounces White chocolate

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until just about to simmer. Do not let it boil.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Gradually pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking continuously to temper the eggs.

Step 4

Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the custard thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Transfer the custard to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent a skin from forming, and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Set aside.

Step 7

Cut the vanilla sponge cake into small cubes, approximately 1-inch in size.

Step 8

Using a vegetable peeler or grater, create white chocolate shavings for garnish.

Step 9

To assemble, begin layering in individual serving glasses: start with a layer of vanilla custard, followed by a layer of sponge cake cubes, then a layer of whipped cream. Repeat until the glasses are full, ending with a dollop of whipped cream on top.

Step 10

Garnish each parfait with white chocolate shavings and optionally, a sprig of mint or a vanilla wafer cookie.

Step 11

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1300.4 grams (1300.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3070

Total Fat 157.40g	202%
Saturated Fat 87.80g	439%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 1199mg	400%
Sodium 1235mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 347.90g	127%
Dietary Fiber 1.70g	6%
Total Sugars 262.10g
Protein 46.70g	93%

Vitamin D 288IU	1440%
Calcium 1105mg	85%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 1273mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.3%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 46.5%