Best 7 Homemade Baked Egg Custard Recipes

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**Homemade Baked Egg Custard: A Delightful Treat for Any Occasion**

Indulge in the timeless classic of homemade baked egg custard, a culinary delight that has captivated taste buds for generations. This versatile dish, often referred to as crème caramel or custard pudding, is a symphony of creamy, velvety texture and rich, eggy flavor. With its golden-brown caramelized top and smooth, custard filling, it's a dessert that spells comfort and satisfaction.

Our collection of recipes offers a diverse range of baked egg custard variations, each with its own unique twist. From the classic vanilla custard to more adventurous flavors like chocolate, coconut, and pumpkin, there's a recipe for every palate. Whether you prefer a dense and creamy custard or a lighter, airier version, our recipes provide detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure perfect results every time.

So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones craving for more. Let the irresistible aroma of freshly baked custard fill your kitchen as you create a dessert that is both nostalgic and utterly delightful.

Let's cook with our recipes!

EGG CUSTARD



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This is one of my favorite foods when I am feeling blah. It is sweet and comforting and full of mild protein. Use custard cups or one casserole bowl.

Provided by The Angerers

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups milk
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup white sugar
1 pinch salt
1 dash vanilla extract
1 pinch ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Whisk milk, eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla together in a bowl until completely combined. Pour egg mixture into 6 custard cups; sprinkle tops with nutmeg. Place cups in a baking pan and fill pan with enough hot water to reach halfway up the sides of the custard cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until custards are set, about 1 hour. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.7 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 56.7 mg, Sugar 20.7 g

EASY EGG CUSTARD



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Categories     Milk/Cream     Dairy     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Vegetarian     Cookie     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups whole milk
2 eggs (preferably free-range)
2 egg yolks
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Freshly grated or ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 300°F.
  • 2. Place six 4-ounce ovenproof cups (you can use ramekins, or coffee cups marked as oven-safe) in a deep baking pan just large enough to hold them.
  • 3. In a medium saucepan, bring the milk to a simmer over medium-low heat.
  • 4. Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, yolks, sugar, and vanilla.
  • 5. Slowly pour the egg mixture into the simmering milk, whisking gently to combine.
  • 6. Pour the mixture through a fine strainer into the cups (if the strainer clogs, use a spoon to scrape it clean), then sprinkle lightly with the nutmeg.
  • 7. Pour hot (not boiling) water into the pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the cups.
  • 8. Bake until the custard is just set (it can still be a little loose), 30 to 35 minutes.
  • 9. Let the custard cool in the water bath for about 2 hours before serving.

BAKED CUSTARD



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I first made this baked custard recipe as a teenager and still enjoy it as a winter warm-up. My dad says it's the best custard he's ever eaten! - Deb Brass, Cedar Falls, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large eggs
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-2/3 cups whole milk

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine eggs, sugar, spices and vanilla. Blend in milk. Pour into a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Place baking dish in a cake pan in oven; add 1 in. water to pan. , Bake at 325° for 1 hour or until a knife inserted near middle comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 156mg cholesterol, Sodium 292mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.

EGG CUSTARD (AMISH CUSTARD RECIPE)



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Smooth and creamy custard made with milk and whole eggs is great for breakfast, dessert, or snack.

Provided by Anna

Categories     Breakfast     Dessert     Snack

Time 3h18m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 c. whole milk
12 large eggs
1 c. white sugar
3/4 c. brown sugar
1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
cinnamon and nutmeg, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 475°.
  • Pour the milk into a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to almost boiling. (Unless you stir constantly, a skin will form on the top, but it can easily be removed.)
  • In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until light. Add the sugars, flour, and salt. Beat well.
  • Add about a cup of the hot milk to the egg mixture to temper it. Slowly add the egg mixture to the milk, whisking as you are pouring it in. Remove from the heat and add the vanilla.
  • Immediately pour the custard mixture into a 9 x 13" metal pan. Do not use a glass pan!
  • Sprinkle the top of the custard with cinnamon and nutmeg, as desired.
  • Bake the custard for 3 minutes at 475°. Turn off the heat and let the custard sit in the oven until the oven is cool. (At least 2 hours.)
  • Remove the custard from the oven and refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 100 mg, Sugar 25 g, Fiber 1 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Calories 177 kcal, TransFat 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Fat 6 g, Protein 7 g, Carbohydrate 26 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g

EGG CUSTARD



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Treat the family to this baked egg custard for a comforting dessert. Serve warm or leave to cool in the fridge overnight and enjoy with poached fruit

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 eggs, plus 1 yolk, lightly beaten
1 vanilla pod, split lengthways and seeds scraped out or 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
60g caster sugar
215ml whole milk
215ml double cream
nutmeg, to grate

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 150C/130C fan/gas 2. Beat together the eggs, vanilla and sugar with a wooden spoon until combined. Mix in the milk and cream and pour into a medium-sized dish. Finely grate over a generous grating of nutmeg.
  • Half-fill a roasting tin with water to make a bain-marie. Place the dish in the tin so that the water comes about three-quarters of the way up the sides of the dish. Bake for 45-50 mins, or until just set with a slight wobble in the centre. Serve warm or leave to cool in the fridge overnight. Serve with poached fruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 36 grams fat, SaturatedFat 21 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 18 grams sugar, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

BAKED EGG CUSTARD WITH CHEESE



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This baked egg dish is great for lunch or dinner, since it's loaded with vegetables.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 7

Butter, at room temperature, for dishes
6 large eggs
1/2 cup half-and-half
Coarse salt and ground pepper
3 cups reserved roasted vegetables from Rosemary-Lemon Chicken with Vegetables, cut into 1/2 inch chunks
4 ounces (1 cup) soft goat cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup chopped scallions

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brush a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate (or four 10-ounce ramekins or custard cups) with butter; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Stir in vegetables, half the goat cheese, and scallions. Place pie plate (ramekins or custard cups) on a rimmed baking sheet; pour egg mixture into pie plate (or ladle into ramekins or cups). Sprinkle with remaining goat cheese. Bake until eggs are set and tops are golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes. Serve with Chopped Romaine Salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19 g

BAKED CUSTARD



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Enjoy this smooth and creamy custard that's baked to perfection. Perfect dessert to treat your family!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 large eggs, slightly beaten
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
Dash of salt
2 1/2 cups very warm milk (120°F to 130°F)
Ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • In medium bowl, beat eggs, sugar, vanilla and salt with wire whisk or fork. Gradually stir in milk. Pour into six 6-ounce custard cups. Sprinkle with nutmeg.
  • Place cups in 13x9-inch pan on oven rack. Pour very hot water into pan to within 1/2 inch of tops of cups (see box, below).
  • Bake about 45 minutes or until knife inserted halfway between center and edge comes out clean. Remove cups from water. Cool about 30 minutes. Unmold and serve warm, or refrigerate and unmold before serving. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 120 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh eggs: Fresh eggs will give your custard a richer flavor and texture.
  • Use whole milk: Whole milk will also give your custard a richer flavor and texture. If you don't have whole milk, you can use 2% or skim milk, but your custard will be less rich.
  • Sweeten your custard to taste: The amount of sugar you add to your custard is a matter of personal preference. You can add as little as 1/4 cup of sugar or as much as 1/2 cup. If you're using vanilla extract, you may want to add less sugar, as the vanilla will add sweetness as well.
  • Bake your custard in a water bath: This will help to prevent the custard from curdling. To create a water bath, place your custard dish in a larger baking dish filled with hot water. The water should come halfway up the sides of the custard dish.
  • Bake your custard until it is set: The custard is set when it is no longer liquid and has a slightly firm texture. You can test the custard by inserting a toothpick into the center. If the toothpick comes out clean, the custard is set.

Conclusion:

Baked egg custard is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a simple dessert to serve at a family gathering or a more elegant dessert to serve at a dinner party, baked egg custard is a great option. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying dessert that everyone will love.

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