Description
A classic dessert that evokes childhood memories with its silky smooth texture and subtle sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Ground nutmeg (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the large eggs and sugar until they are well blended.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and salt, mixing thoroughly.
- Gradually pour in the milk, whisking until you have a smooth mixture.
- Pour this lovely custard mixture into a baking dish.
- Lightly sprinkle ground nutmeg on top for a hint of spice.
- Set the baking dish into a larger baking pan filled with hot water.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until set; check with a knife inserted in the center.
- Allow the custard to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Top with whipped cream, fresh berries, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor. Store in the fridge and reheat gently to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg