Definitions
- Referring to a creamy dessert made from milk or cream, sugar, and gelatin or cornstarch. - Describing a sweet treat that is often flavored with vanilla, almond, or other flavors. - Talking about a chilled dessert that is set in a mold and served cold.
- Describing a sweet sauce or filling made from milk or cream, sugar, and eggs. - Referring to a creamy dessert that is often flavored with vanilla or other flavors. - Talking about a dessert that can be served warm or cold, depending on the recipe.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are sweet desserts.
- 2Both are made with milk or cream.
- 3Both can be flavored with vanilla or other flavors.
- 4Both can be served cold.
- 5Both are creamy in texture.
What is the difference?
- 1Ingredients: Blancmange is made with gelatin or cornstarch, while custard is made with eggs.
- 2Consistency: Blancmange has a firmer, jelly-like consistency, while custard is more liquid and pourable.
- 3Serving temperature: Blancmange is typically served cold, while custard can be served warm or cold.
- 4Usage: Blancmange is often used as a standalone dessert, while custard is commonly used as a sauce or filling for other desserts.
- 5Cultural associations: Blancmange is more commonly associated with British cuisine, while custard has a wider international presence.
Remember this!
Blancmange and custard are both sweet desserts made with milk or cream. However, the difference between blancmange and custard lies in their ingredients, consistency, serving temperature, usage, and cultural associations. Blancmange is made with gelatin or cornstarch, has a firmer texture, is served cold, and is often enjoyed as a standalone dessert. On the other hand, custard is made with eggs, has a more liquid consistency, can be served warm or cold, is commonly used as a sauce or filling, and has a wider international presence.
