Recipe: Almost-Instant Vanilla Silk (rich custard, microwave and blender)

ALMOST-INSTANT VANILLA SILK

"This rich custard lives up to its name. It really can be made in minutes. Garnish with fresh fruit or chocolate shavings for an elegant presentation."

1 cup heavy (whipping) cream
1 (11 ounce) bag vanilla milk chips
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
OPTIONAL GARNISHES:
Fresh berries, or chocolate shavings, or chocolate sauce

In a 2-cup glass measuring cup, microwave cream on high (100 percent) power for 2 minutes, or just until mixture begins to boil.

While cream is heating, combine vanilla chips and butter in a blender jar. Pour hot cream into blender jar all at once. Cover and process at low speed until chips melt and mixture is smooth, 30 to 45 seconds. Add vanilla; cover and process 2 seconds to combine.

Pour mixture into 6 small cups or ramekins. Refrigerate, uncovered, for 2 hours, then cover with foil and refrigerate until set, about 4 hours. Garnish as desired.

Makes 6 servings
Source: The Food Lover's Guide to Chocolate and Vanilla by Sharon Tyler Herbst