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Red Berry Custard Dessert

A quick and comforting dessert featuring a creamy vanilla custard topped with a vibrant mix of red berries and a touch of fresh mint. Perfect for a simple weeknight treat.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
280
Protein
5g
Red Berry Custard Dessert
ComfortingAmericanVegetarianDairySmoothCreamyWeeknightCustard

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a medium saucepan, whisk together the 2 cups milk, 3 tbsp cornstarch, and 1/4 cup sugar until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and just begins to bubble, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Remove the custard from heat and stir in the 1 tsp vanilla extract. Pour the custard into serving glasses or bowls and let cool for 5 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    While the custard cools, gently toss the 2 cups mixed red berries with a little sugar if desired. Spoon the berries over the custard.

  4. Step 4

    Whip the 1/2 cup heavy cream until soft peaks form. Top each dessert with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with fresh mint leaves if you have them.

Tools you’ll need

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Serving glasses or bowls
  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or whisk

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