The Velvety Delight

(like a cream pie)
A cream pie with no added sugar
  • Preparation 15 minutes
  • Cooking 10 minutes
  • Power Medium heat 
  • Quantity 4 servings,
    ½ cup (125 ml) each
See ingredients
  • 100 g (⅓ cup) Madame Labriski date puree

  • 4 egg yolks

  • 30 g (¼ cup) cornstarch

  • 15 ml (1 tablespoon) pure vanilla extract or artificial caramel extract (optional)

  • 125 ml (½ cup) plant-based milk or milk of your choice

  • 40 g (⅓ cup) chopped pecans, for decoration

  • 55 g (⅓ cup) SKOR caramel toffee bits or dairy-free caramel chips, for decoration

  • Sliced fresh banana or banana chips, for decoration

  • Ingredients
  • Steps
  • History

Ingredients

  • 100 g (⅓ cup) Madame Labriski date puree

  • 4 egg yolks

  • 30 g (¼ cup) cornstarch

  • 15 ml (1 tablespoon) pure vanilla extract or artificial caramel extract (optional)

  • 125 ml (½ cup) plant-based milk or milk of your choice

  • 40 g (⅓ cup) chopped pecans, for decoration

  • 55 g (⅓ cup) SKOR caramel toffee bits or dairy-free caramel chips, for decoration

  • Sliced fresh banana or banana chips, for decoration

9 steps

  • In a bowl, combine the date puree, egg yolks, cornstarch and vanilla extract or caramel extract.

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, warm up the milk.

  • As soon as it starts simmering, vigorously whisk in the date puree mixture from step 1.

  • Simmer for a short time . . . until the mixture thickens.

  • Pour the mixture into a square 8 inch (20 cm) pan.

  • To make it even better, top with the chopped pecans, SKOR caramel toffee bits or dairy-free caramel chips and sliced fresh banana or banana chips. Have fun!

  • Cover and refrigerate.

  • Serve in small bowls.

  • A mountain of compliments is waiting for you when you share this recipe with those you love. Go grab them!

History

Once upon a time there was a Madame who wanted to indulge in delicious food and change the world of sweet desserts. One day, she decided to invent a pastry cream that would break with convention. TA-DAMSKI! The children shouted with joy and the whole family sat and ate the entire pie for dessert. Is it sweetened with either the vanilla or caramel date puree? Of course, and it contains no added refined sugar. That’s the reason everyone is using this cream in all their favourite recipes. Bye-bye refined sugar, hello date puree. Hahaha!

If you make it as shown on the photo, topped with bananas, pecans and Skor caramel toffee bits or chocolate chips… just wait and see, the deliciously flattering compliments will come flying.

This recipe will feature in my upcoming cookbook, available in summer 2021.

Storage

  • 3 days in the fridge

We make life easier with our date purees

We make life easier with our date purees

Date puree - Vanilla

The natural sugar in dates, fibre, minerals and… the scrumptious taste of vanilla date puree. How could anyone resist this excellent way of bringing a touch of sweetness to everyday life? How about a spoonful of vanilla date puree in your smoothie?

100% recyclable packaging.

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FAQ

Where can I buy Madame Labriski date puree?

At IGA, Rachelle Béry, Marché Tradition and Bonichoix grocery stores across Quebec. My purees contain no preservatives and can be found in the fruit and vegetable section (yes, dates are fruit) near the pre-cut fruit and vegetables. If you can’t find them, simply ask a member of staff!

The recipe calls for a plant-based beverage, can I use regular cow’s milk instead?

Yes, always.

What can I use as a substitute for one type of nut?

Simply any other type of nut you have in the cupboard (almonds, cashews, pecans, etc.). For example, if you don’t have any walnuts, you can use pecans. The important thing is not to tear your hair out!