Grandma’s Egg Yolk Jam: Classic Recipe & Tips

Discover the classic Grandma’s egg yolk jam recipe, a creamy and delicious sweet treat, perfect to accompany bread for breakfast or snacks. A taste of childhood!

Summary

• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Tips and Variations
• CHEF’s Tips

Ingredients

For the Jam:

• 6 egg yolks
• 1 cup (200g) sugar
• 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix the egg yolks and sugar until a smooth, light consistency is achieved.
2. Add the milk and vanilla extract (if using) and mix well.
3. Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and add the butter.
4. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a spatula or wooden spoon to prevent sticking to the bottom of the pan.
5. Continue stirring until the egg yolk jam thickens and reaches the desired consistency, which should be creamy and velvety. This may take 15 to 20 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and continue stirring for a few more minutes to prevent lumps from forming.
7. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Tips and Variations

• For a more flavorful egg yolk jam, use yolks from free-range eggs.
• Add a pinch of ground cinnamon during cooking for a special touch.
• Serve the egg yolk jam with fresh bread, cookies, or toast.
• For a vegan version, replace the egg yolks with cashew cream and the butter with coconut oil.
• Try adding lemon or orange zest for a citrus flavor.

CHEF’s Tips

The key to a perfect egg yolk jam is slow and constant cooking. Always use low heat and stir continuously to prevent the yolks from overcooking and forming lumps. Patience is essential to achieve the creamy, velvety texture that characterizes this delicacy. To intensify the flavor, you can infuse the milk with a vanilla bean before adding it to the recipe. Remove the bean before proceeding with the preparation. Another valuable tip is to sift the egg yolks before mixing them with the sugar, ensuring an even finer and more homogeneous texture. Egg yolk jam is an excellent option to use up leftover yolks from other recipes, preventing waste and creating a delicious and nutritious sweet.