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Dreamy Warm Baked Custard

Dreamy Warm Baked Custard – Comfort in Every Bite

This Dreamy Warm Baked Custard is a comforting gluten-free dessert that delivers nostalgia in every creamy bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Custard Base
  • 3 cups Whole Milk Swap for 2% milk if desired, but whole milk is best for texture.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a richer flavor.
  • 4 large Eggs Essential for structure and creaminess.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Consider almond extract for variation.
Topping
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Freshly grated nutmeg elevates the flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Berries Optional; seasonal options like raspberries or strawberries work well.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Fine wire sieve
  • baking pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and salt until just combined.
  3. Pour the milk into a saucepan and gently heat it over medium-low heat until tiny bubbles form.
  4. Gradually whisk the heated milk into the egg mixture, ensuring the eggs do not scramble.
  5. Strain the custard mixture through a fine wire sieve into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Dust the top generously with grated nutmeg.
  7. Create a water bath by placing the dish in a larger pan and filling it halfway with hot water.
  8. Bake for approximately 55 minutes, checking for doneness after 50 minutes.
  9. Allow the baked custard to cool in the water bath for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate for a few hours.
  10. Serve chilled, optionally topped with fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor and texture, allow the custard to chill overnight. Use freshly grated nutmeg for optimal taste.

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