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Creamy Fail-Proof Egg Custard

Creamy Fail-Proof Egg Custard – The Ultimate Comfort Dessert

This creamy fail-proof egg custard is an enchanting dessert that brings comfort with every spoonful, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 large Eggs or commercial egg replacer for vegan option
  • 2 cups Milk whole, almond, or coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar or brown sugar or stevia for low-calorie
For Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure is best
  • 1 pinch Salt

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Fine Mesh Sieve
  • ramekins
  • deep baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, gently whisk together your eggs until fully combined.
  3. Heat your milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat until small bubbles form.
  4. Slowly pour warm milk into whisked eggs, stirring continuously to temper.
  5. Stir in granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until dissolved.
  6. Pour the custard mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a measuring cup.
  7. Evenly pour the strained custard into ramekins, filling them three-quarters full.
  8. Place filled ramekins in a deep baking dish, pouring hot water halfway up the sides.
  9. Bake custards for 35-40 minutes until set with a slight jiggle in the center.
  10. Let custards cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  11. Serve with a sprinkle of nutmeg or fresh fruit as garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect egg tempering is key; strain for smoothness. Chill time enhances flavor.

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