8 large egg yolks
1/2 cup of granulated sugar
1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
1 cup of milk
1 cup of strong coffee
3/4 cup of fresh, canned, or long-life cream
8 large egg yolks
1/2 cup of granulated sugar
1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
1 cup of milk
1 cup of strong coffee
3/4 cup of fresh, canned, or long-life cream
In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla extract
Beat with a fork until it froths
In a saucepan, combine the milk and coffee
Bring to almost a boil
Add the egg yolk mixture slowly, stirring well
Add the cream and stir well
Let it rest for 5 minutes
Remove the foam
Pour into 8 ramekins of 1/2 cup capacity
Bake in a water bath covered with aluminum foil at a low oven temperature (120°C) for 25 minutes, or until almost firm
Remove from the water bath
Remove the foil and let it cool
Cover again and refrigerate
If desired, garnish with whipped cream
Serve in 8 portions.