Description
This Easy and Creamy Fail-Proof Egg Custard Recipe is a delightful dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a smooth texture and rich flavor, it’s sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Ground nutmeg
- for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- Slowly add the whole milk and vanilla extract to the egg mixture, whisking continuously until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture into greased individual ramekins or a baking dish.
- Sprinkle a pinch of ground nutmeg on top, if desired.
- Place the ramekins in a larger baking dish and fill the dish with warm water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the custard is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool before serving. Enjoy your creamy custard!
Notes
Make sure to whisk the mixture slowly to avoid introducing too much air, which can cause the custard to be less smooth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 custard
- Calories: 170 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
Keywords: egg custard, dessert, easy recipe, creamy custard, fail-proof