Easy dessert recipes to please the whole family during lockdown
With COVID-19 lockdown continuing for the foreseeable future, now is the perfect time to learn how to whip up some yummy new treats to please the whole family.
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Time for a sweet treat … or two
HOMEMADE CUSTARD
Prep 10 MINS / Cook 15 MINS / Servings 4 / Easy
“A very tasty, homemade custard that is cooked on the stovetop in just minutes,” says Best Recipes contributor Shelly68. “Great on Christmas pudding or with sliced banana. This recipe was given to me by an acquaintance – I wish I could take credit for it!”
INGREDIENTS
- 2 whole eggs
- 3 tbs. cornflour
- 3 cups milk
- 3 tbs. sugar *to taste
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
METHOD
1. Whisk eggs, cornflour and milk together in a saucepan until smooth.
2. Continue whisking on stovetop until custard becomes thick and creamy.
3. Remove from heat, then whisk in sugar and vanilla.
NOTES
Do not add sugar while on heat as it will stick to the pan.
You can make variations by adding some cocoa to make chocolate custard or add some cinnamon or spices for a Christmassy taste.
For a denser flavour try two cups of milk and a dash of maple syrup.
EASY CHOCOLATE AND CONDENSED MILK TRUFFLES
Prep 15 MINS / Cook 50 MINS / Servings 10 / Easy
“A perfect sweet treat to accompany your morning cup of tea or coffee,” says Best Recipes contributor Moggybear. “Trust me, these delicious truffles won’t last very long at all!”
INGREDIENTS
- 250 g Arnott’s Marie biscuits
- 1/3 cup cocoa
- 1 cup desiccated coconut
- 395 g sweetened condensed milk
METHOD
1. Process biscuits and blend well.
2. Transfer mixture to a bowl.
3. Add cocoa powder and one quarter of the coconut.
4. Make a well in the centre.
5. Add the condensed milk and mix together with a wooden spoon until evenly moistened.
6. Chill for 30 minutes.
7. Spread remaining coconut onto a plate.
8. Roll level tablespoons of the mixture into balls. Roll in the coconut.
9. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
NOTES
You can use a heaped teaspoon when making the balls, so the mixture will go even further.
Will easily last in the fridge for up to a week.