SWEETHEART CUSTARD DESSERT

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Your special valentine will think you bought this gorgeous confection at a bakery! Kathy Zielicke of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin says, "This recipe may look difficult, but it really isn't, considering that you start with premade pie crust. I'm a hairdresser with an at-home salon...and I enjoy trying out my dessert creations on customers."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Pastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)
Confectioners' sugar
CUSTARD:
2/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/3 cups milk
2 egg yolks
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
TOPPING:
2 to 3 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening

Steps:

  • Roll out each pastry between waxed paper into a 12-in. circle. Using an 11-in.-wide heart-shaped pattern, cut each pastry into a heart shape. Place on greased and floured baking sheets; prick with a fork. Bake at 450° for 7-9 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar., In a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt; gradually stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer., Remove from the heat. Combine the egg yolks and lemon juice. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolk mixture; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in butter. Cover; refrigerate until cool., In a bowl, beat the cream and confectioners' sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently whisk the lemon custard, then fold in whipped cream., Place one pastry on a serving plate; spread with half of the custard. Arrange half of the berries over custard. Top with remaining custard. Arrange remaining berries over filling. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening. Drizzle over the top. Refrigerate until serving.

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312 304 Jobair Hossain
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This custard dessert is the perfect dessert for a road trip. It's easy to pack, it's delicious, and it's sure to keep everyone happy.


Kiana Trimua
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This custard dessert is the perfect dessert for a camping trip. It's easy to make over a campfire, it's delicious, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone.


Kita
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This custard dessert is the perfect dessert for a picnic. It's easy to transport, it's delicious, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone.


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This custard dessert is the perfect dessert for a bake sale. It's easy to make, it's delicious, and it's sure to sell out quickly.


Ermioni Thanasi
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This custard dessert is the perfect dessert for a potluck. It's easy to make, it's delicious, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone.


Md FAHIM
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This custard dessert is the perfect dessert for a holiday party. It's festive and delicious, and it's sure to put everyone in the holiday spirit.


Ahkam Gour
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This custard dessert is the perfect dessert for a romantic dinner. It's elegant and sophisticated, and it's sure to impress your date.


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This custard dessert is the perfect dessert for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a hit with guests.


PROTHOM GAMING
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This custard dessert is a great dessert for kids. It's sweet and creamy, but it's also not too rich.


Nomonde Zikizela
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This custard dessert is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I often make it with fruit that's starting to get a little too ripe.


Tara Cullen
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I love that this custard dessert can be made with any kind of fruit. I've tried it with strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, and they all work great.


Tiara Hill
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This custard dessert is the perfect make-ahead dessert. I can make it the day before and it's still just as delicious.


Business Only
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I'm not usually a big fan of custard, but this dessert changed my mind. The custard is so smooth and creamy, and the fruit adds a nice tartness.


A.R Ashik Official
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This custard dessert is the perfect comfort food. It's warm and creamy, and it always makes me feel better when I'm feeling down.


Stacy Joseph
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I love how easy this custard dessert is to make. It's a great dessert for busy weeknights.


Enya Liu
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This custard dessert is so delicious and decadent. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Murshed Mia
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I've made this custard dessert several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of the custard and the fruit is perfect.


Frfri
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This custard dessert is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use any kind of fruit I have on hand.


Honey Asha
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I made this dessert for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


Suman Basnith
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This custard dessert was a hit with my family! The texture was smooth and creamy, and the flavor was perfectly sweet. I will definitely be making this again.