Baked Custard
A simple, creamy baked custard with a lightly browned top, made from pantry staples. Perfect for a comforting dessert.
- Total time
- 50 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 9g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Place a kettle of water on to boil for the water bath.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk the 3 eggs, 0.5 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 0.25 teaspoon salt until well combined and slightly frothy.
Step 3
Slowly whisk in the 2 cups milk until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is dissolved.
Step 4
Pour the custard mixture into a 9-inch pie pan or shallow baking dish. Sprinkle the 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg evenly over the top.
Step 5
Set the dish in a larger roasting pan. Carefully pour the boiling water into the roasting pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the custard dish.
Step 6
Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the custard is set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center. The top should be lightly browned.
Step 7
Remove the custard from the water bath and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm or chilled.
Tools you’ll need
- 9-inch pie pan or shallow baking dish
- Large roasting pan
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Kettle or pot for boiling water
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