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Now, I make it from scratch: a rich yellow butter cake with lots of egg yolks, a generous glug of vanilla and a secret dash of almond extract. My homemade version scratches that nostalgic itch.

As a professional recipe developer focused on baking, I am more aware of the cost of eggs than most folks. Try making a custard tart that calls for eight egg yolks, then testing it three more times.