The flavor and smell of vanilla is one of the most appreciated and valued in the gastronomic world. Of Mesoamerican origin, vanilla is widely used in pastry and bakery preparations. For this reason, this homemade vanilla boli recipe is one of the classic presentations of these ice creams.
Many of us have childhood memories associated with homemade ice cream with this flavor. For this reason, this article shares with you how to make creamy, easy, refreshing and delicious vanilla pens.
Ingredients to make Vanilla Pens:
- 500 milliliters of milk
- 30 grams of cornstarch or corn starch
- 70 grams of sugar
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon of vanilla essence for ice cream (optional)
How to make Vanilla Pens:
- Milk is the base for vanilla pens, so start by measuring the amount of milk called for in the recipe.
- Then, set aside half a cup and heat the rest along with the sugar over low heat.
- Now, mix very well the half cup of milk that you set aside and dissolve the cornstarch.
- When the milk with sugar that is in the pot begins to heat up, add the cornstarch mixture.
- Add the vanilla extract and, if you have it, the vanilla essence for ice cream.
- Cook until thickened, stirring continuously so that the cornstarch does not stick to the bottom of the pot or burn.
- Finally, wait for the mixture to cool down a bit to pour the mixture into the bags or glasses in which you will prepare the vanilla pens.
- Take the freezer 6 hours
