BLUEBERRY-TOPPED CUSTARD

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A silky texture, rich vanilla flavor and fruit topping make this lovely dessert extra special, says field editor DeEtta Rasmussen of Fort Madison, Iowa.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 can (15 ounces) blueberries
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the sugar, flour and salt. Gradually add cream and lemon zest until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks. Return all to pan; bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Pour into four parfait glasses or dessert dishes. Cool. , Drain blueberries, reserving juice. Spoon blueberries over custard. In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and blueberry juice until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Spoon over berries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 220mg cholesterol, Sodium 186mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Fakhar Butt
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This custard is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. I love serving it with fresh berries and a dollop of whipped cream.


Itachi Akatsuki
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This is the best custard recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always comes out perfect. I love that I can use any type of berry I have on hand.


Mairsj Shiekh
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I made this custard for a special occasion and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Qeh Entertainment
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This custard is simply divine. The texture is smooth and creamy, and the blueberry topping is the perfect finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ch Faiz
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I'm not usually a big fan of custard, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and fluffy, and the blueberries add a delicious pop of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Robyn Coulthard -Keating
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This custard is so delicious and easy to make. I love that it can be made ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.


Taha Arju
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I've made this custard several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Junejo Ali
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This is my new favorite custard recipe. It's so rich and creamy, and the blueberries add the perfect amount of sweetness and tartness. I highly recommend it!


Glennis Almanzar
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I made this custard for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Anto Quinn
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This custard is so easy to make and it always comes out perfect. I love that I can use fresh or frozen blueberries, depending on what I have on hand.


md haimid
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The custard was light and fluffy, and the blueberries were sweet and juicy. I served it with a dollop of whipped cream and it was divine.


Naveed Hammad
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This blueberry-topped custard was a hit with my family! The custard was creamy and smooth and the blueberries added a delicious tartness. I will definitely be making this again.