Description
A classic and comforting egg custard dessert that is rich, creamy, and easy to make, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp of salt
- Optional: sprinkle of nutmeg or cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until well combined.
- Add the milk slowly into the egg mixture while continuing to whisk.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Sprinkle in a hint of nutmeg or cinnamon for an extra kick, then mix until just blended.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish or individual ramekins.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool at room temperature before chilling it in the fridge for at least two hours.
Notes
For a lighter version, use low-fat milk and substitute sugar with natural sweeteners. You can prepare the custard ahead of time and refrigerate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg