Best 5 Simple Custard Recipes

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Simple custard is a classic dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a dessert, a snack, or even a breakfast food. Custard is also a great way to use up leftover milk and eggs. In this article, we will provide you with a simple recipe for custard that you can easily make at home. We will also provide tips on how to make the perfect custard, as well as variations on the classic recipe. So whether you are a novice cook or a seasoned pro, you are sure to find something to love in this article.

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SIMPLE CUSTARD



Simple Custard image

This is my own alteration of a few different recipes. Not too rich or too sweet as many egg custards can be. Can be served warm immediately or cold.

Provided by chloea

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon butter
4 eggs
½ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Cook and stir milk, vanilla extract, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Remove mixture from heat before it comes to a boil.
  • Whisk eggs, sugar, and cornstarch together in a bowl until sugar dissolves.
  • Set saucepan back over low heat. Pour in egg mixture slowly, whisking constantly, until custard thickens enough to coat the bottom of a spoon, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.1 g, Cholesterol 106.5 mg, Fat 7 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 87.8 mg, Sugar 18.4 g

SIMPLE LIGHT LEMON CUSTARD



Simple Light Lemon Custard image

Great as a dessert topping. Ready in less than 10 minutes. Sinfully rich yet low-calorie compared to most lemon custard/curd.

Provided by Just Happy

Categories     Dessert

Time 11m

Yield 1 cup, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon lemon rind, grated
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
1 tablespoon light margarine

Steps:

  • Combine eggs, lemon rind and sugar in a saucepan on medium heat.
  • Cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent clumping, until mixture becomes well combined and light yellow.
  • Add in light margarine and lemon juice, keep whisking and cooking for about 5 minutes.
  • Set aside, let cool before serving.
  • Mixture will thicken even more when cold.
  • Enjoy on top of cakes, pies, fruit, ice cream -- or on its own!

SIMPLE BAKED COCONUT RICE CUSTARD PUDDING



Simple Baked Coconut Rice Custard Pudding image

A very simple baked rice custard with numerous variations. All ingredients are found in the average pantry and frig. Great for a dessert, side dish or even breakfast.

Provided by rainboconfection

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12 6 OUNCE, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups cooked rice (grain length unimportant)
6 eggs, lightly whisked
1/2 cup white sugar or 1/3 cup brown sugar
1 cup coconut milk, canned or 1 cup coconut coffee creamer
3 cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
2/3 cup flaked coconut
1/3-1/2 cup toasted coconut

Steps:

  • NOTE: Coconut coffee creamer can be found in refrigerator case of most groceries.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees and place pan with 1 inch hot water on bottom oven rack.
  • Spread RICE in bottom of lightly oiled 9x13 baking pan. In lg bowl, whisk EGGS, whisk in, one ingredient at a time; SUGAR, COCONUT MILK OR CREAMER, MILK and VANILLA. blend thoroughly. Stir in flaked COCONUT and slowly pour over rice.
  • Place in preheated oven that has BAKING PAN with 1 inch HOT WATER on bottom shelf of oven and bake 45 -60 minutes. Test for doneness with knife blade. Cooking time varies depending upon fat content in milk.
  • Remove from oven and cool on rack.
  • Sprinkle with ** TOASTED COCONUT or sprinkle with coating of brown sugar then untoasted coconut and place under broiler JUST UNTIL COCONUT IS TOASTED. WATCH CLOSELY AS COCONUT BURNS QUICKLY.
  • SERVE warm or cold with or without cream or whipped topping. MAMA SERVED WITH CREAM.
  • VARIATIONS:.
  • 1. BROWN SUGAR SWEETENED CUSTARD. Replace sugar with brown sugar and omit the coconut. Use 4 cups of milk omitting the coconut milk. May sprinkle rice with raisins before adding milk mixture.
  • 2. BASIC RICE PUDDING.
  • Just use 4 cups milk instead of coconut and regular milk. Sprinkle the top with nutmeg =LIGHTLY.
  • 3.RICE AND RAISIN CUSTARD.
  • Omit coconut, replace milk as stated above, sprinkle enough raising onto rice to cover well BEFORE intoducing the milk mixture. Sprinkle the top lightly with cinnamon.
  • 4. SUGAR FREE CUSTARD.
  • FOLLOW ANY RECIPE ABOVE substituting equivilant of 1/2C of sugar - plus 1/4C milk.
  • 5. FRUITED RICE CUSTARD.
  • FOLLOW ANY RECIPE ABOVE SUBSTITUTING for RAISINS OR COCONUT, with well drained, finely chopped canned fruit. Sprinkle top with seasoning your family loves.
  • THIS IS A LO=FAT, LO SUGAR RECIPE THAT INCLUDES SEVERAL FOOD GROUPS SO MAKES A SUPER BREAKFAST.
  • MAY GOD WATCH OVER YOU.

SIMPLE SOFT BAKED CUSTARD



Simple Soft Baked Custard image

The creamy texture of this soft-set custard is so inviting, you could call it comfort food. It has a pleasant vanilla flavor complemented by nutmeg.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large egg
1 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat egg. Add the milk, sugar, vanilla and salt; stir well. Pour into 2 ungreased 6-oz. custard cups. Sprinkle with nutmeg., Place cups in a baking pan. Fill pan with hot water to a depth of 1 in. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

SENSATIONALLY SMOOTH AND SIMPLE VANILLA CUSTARD PIE



Sensationally Smooth and Simple Vanilla Custard Pie image

At first glance it may seem as if there are a lot of steps for this vanilla custard pie but really it is very simple with "staple" ingredients. The steps are for clarification. Basically it's just heating milk and whisking it into egg mixture very slowly, then bake for about an hour... It is my most requested pie. Serve with a dollop of fresh whipped cream or some rhubarb syrup (yum!).

Provided by LilahLyn

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Custard and Cream Pie Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ¼ cups milk
4 large eggs, separated, divided
1 (9 inch) frozen unbaked deep dish pie crust
⅔ cup white sugar, or more to taste
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1 pinch lemon zest
¼ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a double-layered cookie sheet (to protect from overbrowning the bottom) with foil.
  • Heat milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to steam. Do not scorch or boil.
  • Whisk 1 egg white in a bowl. Lightly brush on the inside and top of the frozen pie crust. Place crust on the prepared cookie sheet. Set aside while making custard filling.
  • Whisk remaining eggs and yolk, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg, and lemon zest together in a bowl until well mixed. Dribble in the steamed milk very slowly, whisking the whole time, about 2 minutes; it will be very frothy.
  • Pour the frothy custard mixture into the prepared pie crust. Sprinkle top with 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. Transfer to the oven very carefully.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and bake until a knife inserted near center comes out moist but mostly clean, about 45 minutes more; start checking 8 to 10 minutes before the hour is up due to variations with ovens.
  • Cool on a wire rack to room temperature, about 30 minutes before transferring to a refrigerator to set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.7 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Cholesterol 142.6 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 420.3 mg, Sugar 26.9 g

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will always yield the best results. If you can, try to buy local and organic produce.
  • Season your food well: Salt is essential for bringing out the flavor of food. Don't be afraid to use it liberally. You can also add other spices and herbs to taste.
  • Don't overcook your food: Overcooked food is tough and dry. Cook your food until it is just cooked through, then remove it from the heat.
  • Let your food rest before serving: This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the food, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Cooking simple and healthy meals at home doesn't have to be difficult. With a little planning and effort, you can easily create delicious and nutritious meals that the whole family will enjoy. So get creative in the kitchen and start experimenting with different recipes. You might just surprise yourself with what you can create!

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