Description
A comforting egg custard recipe that evokes warm memories and family traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- A little extra vanilla (optional)
- Ground nutmeg or cinnamon (for topping, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and set the rack in the middle.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and salt until frothy.
- Gradually add the milk while whisking, until well combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and mix gently.
- Pour the mixture into custard cups or a baking dish, filling them neatly.
- Place the cups in a larger baking pan and fill the pan with hot water halfway up the sides of the custard cups.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until set, with a slight wobble in the center.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider using full-fat milk or cream. Use fresh ingredients for the best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: custard, dessert, comforting, family recipe, egg custard