Sous Vide Crème Anglaise: Temperature & Time Guide
Crème anglaise is the classic dessert sauce — and it curdles on the stove. Sous vide makes it perfectly smooth, every time.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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| Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 | A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking. | View → |
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
Editor’s PickA circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
- + On-device temperature control
- + 1100W heats fast
- + Recipe library for temps
- − Premium price
- − Some app features paywalled
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Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork.
- + Verifies actual temperature
- + Cheap insurance
- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
1) Whisk yolks, sugar, cream, and vanilla in a jar. 2) Cook at 176°F for 45 minutes. 3) Whisk — the sauce is thick and silky. 4) Strain and chill. 5) Pour over cake, fruit, or ice cream.
FAQ
What temperature for crème anglaise?
176°F (80°C) for 45 minutes — thickened and silky, never curdled.
How do I know it's done?
It coats the back of a spoon — the bath makes the timing forgiving.
Can I flavor it?
Yes — citrus zest, espresso, or a splash of liquor infuses in the jar.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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